Communications Officer Oxford, England
University of Oxford
Full Time
Oxford, England
32332 - 38205 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a proactive and highly motivated Communications Officer to join the Centre for Research Equity (CfRE) at the University of Oxford's prestigious Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences.
About the Centre for Research Equity:
The CfRE is a new, non-profit coalition of community advocates, pharmacy teams, researchers, pharma and health industry professionals, academics, and regulators. Our mission is to advance the understanding of and improve inclusive research practice and community engagement in health and care research.
The work we do revolves around providing support and training for research staff to increase health equity, evidencing the benefits for community-based recruitment and clinical trial / research design, and promoting inclusive community engagement, involvement, and participation in research. Our guiding principles are equity, inclusion, relevance, and rigor.
About the Role:
The primary responsibility of the Communications Officer is to support and amplify the work of the CfRE. You will be involved in strategic communications planning, content development, event coordination, stakeholder engagement, and much more, ensuring our mission and work reach a diverse audience.
You will also be part of the wider Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences Communications team, supporting the department and other centres within it.
Who We're Looking For:
Ideal candidates will have experience in communications across print, digital, and social media, and a flair for transforming complex concepts into digestible content for non-specialist audiences. Excellent interpersonal skills, project management capabilities, and proficiency in computer-based applications, including website content management systems, are essential.
Experience in higher education, industry, research, or healthcare environment would be a plus, as would be knowledge or interest in health and care research and community engagement.
For the full range of selection criteria and responsibilities of this post, please view the job description.
This is a part-time position (3 days per week), funded for two years. Join us and become part of a dynamic and friendly team that thrives in the world-class and stimulating environment of the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences at the University of Oxford.
To apply, please submit your CV along with a cover letter explaining how you meet the selection criteria and why you are interested in this opportunity.
The position is funded by the National Institute for Health and Care research (NIHR) Applied Research Collaboration (ARC) Oxford and Thames Valley, for two years in the first instance.
For further information or discuss the post please contact Gavin Hubbard, Communication Manager, [email protected].
Make a difference in health and care research equity. Apply now!
“Committed to equality and valuing diversity”
The closing date for applications is noon on Wednesday 21 August 2023
