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Are you passionate about inspiring the next generation through hands-on science? We are looking for a creative and confident Education Outreach Officer to deliver exciting, curriculum-linked STEM workshops and shows in primary schools across Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire.

You will be part of the Science Oxford education team, delivering high-quality STEM experiences – including our popular mobile planetarium shows – that spark curiosity and build science capital for young learners. This role also includes co-developing new outreach activities, supporting school relationships and contributing to flagship programmes like the Big Science Event. Training will be provided.

If you’re a skilled science communicator with great presentation skills and a flair for engaging children in STEM, we would love to hear from you. For more information, download the Job Description here.

To apply, please email a CV and covering letter explaining your suitability for the role to jobs@theoxfordtrust.co.uk

For an informal chat about the role, contact Daniel Scholes, at daniel.scholes@scienceoxford.com

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

https://theoxfordtrust.co.uk/vacancies/education-outreach-officer/

The Oxford Trust is looking for a science communicator with a passion for inspiring the next generation about Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) for the role of Science Oxford Centre Lead (Deputy).

Based at the Science Oxford Centre – the UK’s first indoor-outdoor science education space for primary-aged children – this exciting role will help deliver and shape inspiring STEM experiences for primary schools, families, and community groups.

You’ll deliver our on-site dynamic education programme, run popular Saturday Family Days, manage volunteers and work closely with STEM professionals to bring real-world science to life through our Live Lab programme. As Deputy, you’ll also contribute to programme development and the smooth running of the Science Oxford Centre.

This role is ideal for someone with science communication experience, a passion for STEM learning and strong organisational skills. For more information, download the Job Description here.

To apply, please email a CV and covering letter explaining your suitability for the role to jobs@theoxfordtrust.co.uk

To discuss the role, contact Francesca MacLennan, Director of Science Education and Engagement, at francesca.maclennan@scienceoxford.com

Application deadline: 17th August 2025

Interviews: September 2025

https://theoxfordtrust.co.uk/vacancies/science-oxford-centre-lead-deputy/

The Oxford Trust is looking for a dynamic Digital Technology Specialist to lead the development and delivery of a new Digital STEM programme for young people aged 5–18. You will design and run exciting, hands-on workshops and clubs that explore coding, robotics, AI and more, helping to build essential digital skills and inspire the next generation of technology innovators.

You’ll be part of the Science Oxford education and engagement team, working with schools, family and community groups across the region, as well as building partnerships with STEM organisations and representing Science Oxford in national networks.

If you’re passionate about digital education, experienced in engaging young learners, and keen to make a real impact, we would love to hear from you. For more information, download the Job Description here.

To apply, please email a CV and covering letter explaining your suitability for the role to jobs@theoxfordtrust.co.uk

For an informal chat about the role, contact Sian Stratton, Engagement Manager, at sian.stratton@scienceoxford.com

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

https://theoxfordtrust.co.uk/vacancies/digital-technology-specialist/

I'm very excited that my client the Fleming Initiative is now advertising two roles that offer opportunities to deliver a purposeful permanent exhibition at the heart of a new research centre and public venue, in Paddington, London. Plus an additional role ensuring diverse voices shape the public offer and the Fleming Initiative's wider groundbreaking work.

The Fleming Initiative is a new partnership led by Imperial College London and Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. The Initiative aims to protect global populations from the threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) through an innovative approach combining research, behaviour change, public engagement, and policy. At the heart of this vision is a purpose-built Fleming Centre London, due to open in 2028, where visitors can discover and contribute to the past, present and future of AMR research.

The public offer will comprise object displays, art commissions, powerful personal stories, digital assets and interactives worthy of the world’s best museums, galleries and science centres, based at the St Mary’s hospital campus, the location of Sir Alexander Fleming’s discovery of penicillin.  The exhibition will incorporate agile, updatable opportunities for visitors to participate in engaged AMR research, creating a living lab as an extension of the Fleming Centre’s research spaces.

I've been involved with this really exciting Initiative for a couple of years, operating as their Public Engagement & Involvement Lead on a consultancy basis, including shaping the vision for the public offer at the Fleming Centre. I'm really looking forward to continued involvement at a strategic level, including working closely with these new in-house roles. Do consider joining us!

Please do share with your networks and I'm happy to have informal chats about the project if helpful (this would need to be w/c 21 July as I'm on leave this week)

Fleming Initiative Public Engagement & Involvement Officer (advertised by Imperial College London at £45,700 - £47,799, subject to experience)

Applications close: Thursday 24 July

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 5th Aug 

I'm very excited that my client the Fleming Initiative is now advertising two roles that offer opportunities to deliver a purposeful permanent exhibition at the heart of a new research centre and public venue, in Paddington, London. Plus an additional role ensuring diverse voices shape the public offer and the Fleming Initiative's wider groundbreaking work.

The Fleming Initiative is a new partnership led by Imperial College London and Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. The Initiative aims to protect global populations from the threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) through an innovative approach combining research, behaviour change, public engagement, and policy. At the heart of this vision is a purpose-built Fleming Centre London, due to open in 2028, where visitors can discover and contribute to the past, present and future of AMR research.

The public offer will comprise object displays, art commissions, powerful personal stories, digital assets and interactives worthy of the world’s best museums, galleries and science centres, based at the St Mary’s hospital campus, the location of Sir Alexander Fleming’s discovery of penicillin.  The exhibition will incorporate agile, updatable opportunities for visitors to participate in engaged AMR research, creating a living lab as an extension of the Fleming Centre’s research spaces.

I've been involved with this really exciting Initiative for a couple of years, operating as their Public Engagement & Involvement Lead on a consultancy basis, including shaping the vision for the public offer at the Fleming Centre. I'm really looking forward to continued involvement at a strategic level, including working closely with these new in-house roles. Do consider joining us!

Please do share with your networks and I'm happy to have informal chats about the project if helpful (this would need to be w/c 21 July as I'm on leave this week)

Fleming Initiative Exhibition Development Manager (advertised by Imperial College London at £56,651- 61,227, subject to experience)

Applications close: Sunday 27 July

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 9th Sept (NB this date is currently being corrected on the ad itself)

I'm very excited that my client the Fleming Initiative is now advertising two roles that offer opportunities to deliver a purposeful permanent exhibition at the heart of a new research centre and public venue, in Paddington, London. Plus an additional role ensuring diverse voices shape the public offer and the Fleming Initiative's wider groundbreaking work.

The Fleming Initiative is a new partnership led by Imperial College London and Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. The Initiative aims to protect global populations from the threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) through an innovative approach combining research, behaviour change, public engagement, and policy. At the heart of this vision is a purpose-built Fleming Centre London, due to open in 2028, where visitors can discover and contribute to the past, present and future of AMR research.

The public offer will comprise object displays, art commissions, powerful personal stories, digital assets and interactives worthy of the world’s best museums, galleries and science centres, based at the St Mary’s hospital campus, the location of Sir Alexander Fleming’s discovery of penicillin.  The exhibition will incorporate agile, updatable opportunities for visitors to participate in engaged AMR research, creating a living lab as an extension of the Fleming Centre’s research spaces.

I've been involved with this really exciting Initiative for a couple of years, operating as their Public Engagement & Involvement Lead on a consultancy basis, including shaping the vision for the public offer at the Fleming Centre. I'm really looking forward to continued involvement at a strategic level, including working closely with these new in-house roles. Do consider joining us!

Please do share with your networks and I'm happy to have informal chats about the project if helpful (this would need to be w/c 21 July as I'm on leave this week)

Fleming Initiative Exhibition Content Developer (advertised by Imperial College London at £45,700 - £47,799, subject to experience)

Applications close: Sunday 27 July

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 19th Aug (NB this date is currently being corrected on the ad itself)

Curator of Science and Industry, Birmingham Museums Trust

Birmingham Museums is hiring a new Curator of Science and Industry. We are looking for someone with a background in science and industry, either through industry experience, museum practice, science communication or other routes, and an interest in working with and for audiences.

Further details, a job description, and how to apply can be found at https://careers.birminghammuseums.org.uk/job/333d2a38-5e41-4e84-b382-b119704d7d77. Closing date is 20^th July 2025.

Please find details of our new PhD internship opportunities at the Royal Institution (Ri) for the upcoming academic year.

 

The placements are for three-months within 7 different teams. There are 4 opportunities for this autumn and several others from January onwards.- full list is here:

 

Placement	Dates
Christmas Lectures x1	Sept-Dec 2025
Demonstrations team x1	Sept-Dec 2025
Marketing and Communications x1	Oct to Dec 25
Young Scientist Centre - x4	Sept to Dec 25 /Jan to March 26/April to June 26/July to Sept 26
Digital Media   x3	Jan to March 26 /April to June 26/July to Sept 26
Masterclasses- Science Engagement x2	Jan to March 26/April to June 26
Family Programmes x1	June to August 2026

 

These placements are ideal for students interested in building their science communication and engagement skills, and in gaining experience of education outreach.

 

For more information on any of these internships and exact dates for placements, please see the full role profiles via our website at:

Work with us | Royal Institution (rigb.org) – all the individual opportunities are listed under ‘Our vacancies’ along with some more general information about our internships under ‘Our internships’.

 

Application instructions

To apply, please send a current CV with a supporting statement of no more than 500 words, to recruitment@ri.ac.uk, detailing which internship you are interested in and why we should consider you for the placement. We are about to launch a new applicant tracking system which will allow for online applications.

 

Closing date:        midnight on Wednesday 30 July 2025

Interviews:           during August

 

Please note, the Ri offers only offers internships to students who are enrolled on a PhD research degree, who have funding from their university or funding body – for example under the Doctoral Training Partnership programme, funded by the following Research Councils including (but bot exclusive to): BBSRC, EPSRC, MRC, AHRC and NERC. These opportunities are only open to PhD students who are eligible for a stipend via their DTP/University/research council in order to undertake a 3-month professional internship. Students should check with their university that they are able to secure funding before applying. They will need to obtain the grant holder’s written permission to undertake the placement, outlining any funding arrangements, before a position can be offered.

 

All roles are based in Central London, with a mix of home and office working; students will be expected to base themselves within or near to London for the period of the placement. We offer some assistance with London-based travel costs from home to office.

 

If you have any queries or need any further information about the Ri or these opportunities before advertising them, please contact me.

 

Kind regards,

 

Becky Poyntz

bpoyntz@ri.ac.uk

The Faraday Institution is hiring a Training Coordinator role (Training Coordinator - The Faraday Institution) to support the Head of Training and Talent Development in delivering high-quality training programmes that develop a skilled and diverse talent pipeline for the battery and energy storage sectors. 

Membership and Operations Officer, Association for Science and Discovery Centres

Closing date 31st July 2025

https://www.sciencecentres.org.uk/jobs/membership-and-operations-officer-association-for-science-and-discovery-centres/