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Hours: Part-time 33.75 hours per week (0.9 FTE, can be worked over 4 or 5 days)

Salary: £44,000-£50,000 per annum, pro rata, dependent on experience

Contract: Permanent

Reports to: CEO

Direct Reports: 1 x Sustainable Futures Innovator

Our sustainability work began in 2011 and has grown so that we are now recognised as the world leader in the fast-developing field of sustainability in science centres. As part of the Leadership Team, you will lead on We The Curious’ Sustainable Futures work and strategy, embedding sustainability into the culture of the organisation and being a spokesperson for sustainability for the organisation, city and sector. You will champion action on the climate and ecology emergency within We The Curious and with its audiences. You’ll partner and lead a programme of organisational change and training to engage all staff and ensure environmental sustainability is embedded into the culture of the organisation.

How to Apply:-

For a full job description and info on how to apply, please click here

Closing date for applications: - 17th October 2021, Midnight

Interview dates:  TBC but we will give you as much notice as possible

Application deadline: 06/10/2021

We are seeking an outstanding postdoctoral researcher with excellent skills in qualitative research methods to join us working on a research programme funded by NIHR.

You will be contributing to a research programme called “Transforming outpatient consultations by integrating regular symptom tracking into clinical care: the Remote Monitoring of Rheumatoid Arthritis (REMORA2) study”. The REMORA2 programme is funded by NIHR as part of their Programme Grants for Applied Research scheme and will take four years in total, with a stop-go decision at two years.

REMORA2 builds on previous studies conducted by the research team that demonstrated the feasiblity and acceptability of daily smartphone-based symptom tracking in people living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), with symptom data integrated into the electronic health record. The current programme aims to deliver robust evidence for the positive effect of this integrated symptom tracking on health outcomes.

More Information & How to Apply >>>>>  
https://www.jobs.manchester.ac.uk/internal/displayjob.aspx?jobid=20385

About us 

At the Centre for Epidemiology Versus Arthritis, we develop and deliver the highest quality epidemiological research by taking the best of our long-standing heritage, latest research innovations and new digital technologies. Our mission is to improve the lives of people living with musculoskeletal conditions by leading the change in research methodology and clinical practice. More about us here: https://www.cfe.manchester.ac.uk/  

The Engineering Education Scheme Wales Ltd is currently seeking a South Wales Activity Deliverer, who will work under the supervision of the Activity Manager and Chief Operating Officer to develop activities for the STEMCymru II Project and deliver exciting and motivating STEM activities in schools.

 

This is initially a fixed term contract until 31st March 2022 (with the possibility of extension to June 2023 depending on funding).

 

As an Activity Deliverer, you will be responsible for delivering various STEM activities in schools.  You will deliver sessions to groups of pupils within their schools, as well as assisting the Activity Manager and other deliverers with the development of new STEM activities to be delivered across Wales.

 

You are advised to read the Job Description before applying for this vacancy.

 

The hours of work will be 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday and will be based at the Waterton Centre, Bridgend/ Your own home (depending on location).  Travel across Wales will be required as part of this role and your own transport is essential.  The salary for this position will be up to £26,000 per annum (depending on experience), with an allowance of 28 days’ holiday (including bank holidays).

 

To download the Job Description, Application Form, Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form and Job Applicant Privacy notice please visit:  https://www.stemcymru.org.uk/home/resources/

 

Please send the completed application and equal opportunities forms and a copy of your CV to info@stemcymru.org.uk by midday on Monday 18^th October 2021.  Please note, applications will not be accepted unless the documentation is complete and the declaration on the application form signed.

 

This post is part funded by the European Social Fund through the Welsh European Funding Office, for the STEMCymru II Project (80726) and the Welsh Government Education Directorate.

 

 

Ar hyn o bryd, mae Cynllun Addysg Beirianneg Cymru Cyf (EESW) yn chwilio am Darparwr Gweithgareddau De Cymru, a fydd yn gweithio dan oruchwyliaeth y Rheolwr Gweithgareddau a’r Prif Swyddog Gweithredol i ddatblygu gweithgareddau ar gyfer Prosiect STEMCymru 2 a darparu gweithgareddau STEM cyffrous ac ysgogol mewn ysgolion.

 

Contract cyfnod penodol tan 31 Mawrth 2022 i ddechrau (gyda'r posibilrwydd o'i ymestyn hyd at fis Mehefin 2023 yn dibynnu ar gyllid).

 

Fel Darparwr Gweithgareddau, byddwch yn gyfrifol am ddarparu gweithgareddau amrywiol STEM mewn ysgolion.  Byddwch yn cyflwyno sesiynau i grwpiau o ddisgyblion yn eu hysgolion, yn ogystal â chynorthwyo'r Rheolwr Gweithgareddau a darparwyr eraill i ddatblygu gweithgareddau newydd STEM i'w cyflenwi ledled Cymru.

 

Cofiwch ddarllen y Disgrifiad Swydd cyn gwneud cais am y swydd hon.

 

Yr oriau gwaith fydd 37.5 awr yr wythnos, dydd Llun i ddydd Gwener, a byddwch wedi'ch lleoli yng Nghanolfan Waterton, Pen-y-bont ar Ogwr/eich cartref eich hun (yn dibynnu ar leoliad).  Bydd angen teithio ledled Cymru fel rhan o'r rôl hon, ac mae'ch cludiant eich hun yn hanfodol.  Hyd at £26,000 y flwyddyn yw'r cyflog (yn dibynnu ar brofiad), a 28 diwrnod o wyliau (gan gynnwys gwyliau banc).

 

I lawrlwytho'r Disgrifiad Swydd, y Ffurflen Gais, y Ffurflen Monitro Cyfle Cyfartal a'r Hysbysiad Preifatrwydd Ymgeisydd ewch i https://www.stemcymru.org.uk/cartref/adnoddau

 

Anfonwch y ffurflen gais a'r ffurflen cyfle cyfartal gyflawn a chopi o'ch CV i info@stemcymru.org.uk erbyn dydd Llun 18 Hydref 2021 am hanner dydd. DS: nid ydym yn derbyn ceisiadau oni bai eich bod wedi cwblhau'r dogfennau a llofnodi'r datganiad ar y ffurflen gais.

 

Mae'r swydd hon wedi'i hariannu'n rhannol gan Gronfa Gymdeithasol Ewrop drwy Swyddfa Cyllid Ewropeaidd Cymru, ar gyfer Prosiect STEMCymru II (80726) a Chyfarwyddiaeth Addysg Llywodraeth Cymru.

 

 

Job Title: Science Content Assistant

Accountable to: Director of Science Engagement

Location: 21 Albemarle Street, London

Contract type: Fixed term contract. October to December - Full time –35 hours per week

Salary: £15.25 per hour (equivalent to c£27,000 per annum pro rata for the term of the contract)

Closing Date: Midday Monday 4 October

Interviews are planned for 7/8 October by Teams

 

A unique opportunity to join us on a temporary contract at the Ri's busiest and most exciting time of year: the planning, filming and broadcast of the Christmas Lectures.

 

The Ri is an independent charity and home of the Faraday Museum. Our purpose is to create opportunities for as many people as possible to think more deeply about science and its place in our lives. We’ve been doing this for well over 200 years and  it’s more important today than ever. 

 

Started by Michael Faraday in 1825, and broadcast on national television every year, the CHRISTMAS LECTURES are the UK's flagship science series. The three-part series is filmed in front of a live audience in the Ri’s famous lecture theatre and watched by millions on the BBC over the festive period and on BBC iPlayer and the Ri YouTube channel afterwards.

 

The Science Content Assistant will be a key part of the delivery team for the lectures and will assist with the creation development and implementation of the 2021 CHRISTMAS LECTURES and the linked schools resources.

 

Do you have: 

• Experience working on projects with multiple stakeholders and tight budgets, to a rigid timetable.
• Experience of sourcing, developing, and building demonstrations and/or props.
• Experience working in a TV studio or theatre environment.
• An interest in the history and development of scientific demonstrations.
• Experience in using power tools.

 

If so, we’d love to hear from you! 

 

Interested?

Please see our website at: https://www.rigb.org/about/work-with-us/jobs/science-content-assistant to download a full job description and person specification. To apply please email your CV our CV and a short note to highlight your interest, experience and suitability for this role to recruitment@ri.ac.uk by midday on Monday 4 October 

 

Please note: we need a quick start for this role; therefore we are encouraging applications from applicants who are available immediately

 

Iver Environment Centre are looking for people or recommendations of companies who can make objects like giant open egg shells and flowerpots. They are to be used outdoors for imaginative habitats based play and would be fixed into the ground and left out in all weathers.

If anyone can help (or has general advice) please contact iver.environment@groundwork.org or 01895 270730 and ask for Katy

About Health Data Research UK

 

Health Data Research UK (HDR UK) is the national Institute for data science in health.  Our UK team of experts develop and apply cutting-edge data science approaches to clinical, biological, genomic and other multi-dimensional health data to address the most pressing health research challenges facing the public. 

Our mission is to make game-changing improvements in the health of patients and populations through data science research and innovation.

 

For the first time we are bringing together our unique nationwide data assets and specialists across academia, research and healthcare to unlock knowledge and deliver new insights from molecule to man.  By undertaking research at scale, across a population of up to 65 million people, we have an unrivalled opportunity to use data to the highest ethical standards to drive breakthroughs in medical research.  This unleashes the potential to improve the way we are able to prevent, detect and diagnose diseases such as cancer, heart disease and asthma.

 

At Health Data Research UK, we employ talented individuals who bring their own unique skills and experience to support the vision and benefit the whole team.

 

Purpose of the post

 

Reporting to the Head of Communications, this is a pivotal new role that will be integral to demonstrating the value of health data research. You will work hand in hand with the HDR UK research community – many of them key to the scientific response to COVID – to tell the compelling story of data in health research. You will also work with colleagues across HDR UK programmes to pull together the wider narrative of our research impact.

 

You will deliver the communications strategy for research and science, working with colleagues to manage a range of tools and channels, including our website, social media, email, publications, PR and events, to reach audiences across academia, NHS, industry, charities; as well as  patients and the public. 

This is a unique and exciting opportunity for an experienced science communications professional to lead and deliver communications on cutting-edge research using health data that are making a tangible difference to people’s lives.

 

We are seeking an individual with a proven track record in research communications who has successfully worked on complex, scientific projects with multiple partners. The successful candidate will share our values, have strong influencing and collaboration skills and be comfortable with working at pace, moving quickly to prioritise resources where needed. 

 

The role holder will have a background in science or research communications with the ability to communicate complex information in innovative ways that engage with the varied audiences we work with.

 

Communications at Health Data Research UK

 

Our strategy for Insights, Communications and Engagement is a key enabler in supporting HDR UK’s mission to unite the UK’s health data to enable discoveries that improve people’s lives. Our aim is to position HDR UK as a leading international institute for health data research, that has the trust and confidence of patients, public, practitioners and key stakeholders.

 

Main responsibilities for the role

• Implement HDR UK’s communication strategy with a specific focus on communicating the scientific and research impact
• Horizon scan for opportunities to share research impact that help raise the profile of the institute and its research/scientific outputs
• Produce high quality, engaging research-focused content for the website, social media and other channels
• Research, write and create engaging scientific content in the form of case studies, news stories, press releases, videos and podcasts
• Work with the Media and Content Officer to ensure scientific output is in line with wider content strategy (e.g., relevant content is developed for specific audiences and channels)
• Work with the Media and Content Officer to manage relevant media relations opportunities for HDR UK’s research and scientific outputs
• Organise, manage and facilitate high quality research-related/scientific events to engage with a wide range of audiences, evaluating effectiveness and providing follow-up communications
• Support the delivery of HDR UK’s annual scientific conference
• Establish effective relationships and work in partnership with communication, policy and programmme teams across the institute and partners
• Work with colleagues to help build and develop HDR UK’s research community
• Provide media briefings for senior colleagues within Health Data Research UK
• Maintain media and communications contact lists in Hubspot (CRM)
• Commission external suppliers to support delivery of Health Data Research UK’s science communications and manage these relationships
• Ensure projects are delivered within set budgets
• Ensure all communication materials produced for Health Data Research UK adhere to the brand guidelines, helping to ensure the reputation of Health Data Research UK and its partners are maintained.

 

Planning and organising

This post is part of a busy team that delivers effective communications for this national institute.  The Communications Manager, Science will be responsible for planning activity, aligned to the communications strategy, that meets the demands of Health Data Research UK.  This will require exceptional organisational skills, managing multiple projects at one time, to ensure work is delivered within deadline and to budget.  At the same time, the post holder will require a flexible approach to work to changing demands.

 

Problem solving

The Communications Manager, Science will be expected to use problem solving skills to respond to and manage the diverse demands on the team.   The post holder will operate with significant independence, dealing with and responding to issues brought to their attention as a first point of contact for the communications team.   The post holder will deputise for the Head of Communications, therefore will require confidence in dealing with enquiries, problem solving and decision making.  The post holder will make an effective judgement on when to escalate issues to senior colleagues’ attention and with what urgency.

 

Decision making

The post-holder will make all day-to-day operational decisions for their own workload and on behalf of Health Data Research UK, where required.  With support from senior colleagues, the Communications Manager will identify, initiate and develop opportunities for collaborative working with relevant national and international partners and organisations.

 

Key contacts/relationships

The post holder will build and maintain effective working relationships both within HDR UK, with partners in substantive site and with other key stakeholders.  The Communications Manager will have close working relationships with members of the Executive Committee, in particular the Chief Science Strategy Officer and Director.

 

Knowledge, skills and experience

 

Essential

• Degree or further education in a scientific discipline

Experience

• Experience of creating and delivering successful scientific communications strategies and plans
• Experience of writing scientific content for journals and specialist media
• Experience of developing and managing traditional and innovative communications channels
• Demonstrable experience of managing website content, including use of CMS
• Experience of managing issues under time pressure, ensuring statements and briefing materials are prepared
• Experience of organising and managing events from start to finish, including promotional activity, follow-up communications and evaluation
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding of health research and the needs of relevant audiences
• Experience of producing high quality content for online and offline channels
• Experience of managing suppliers

 

Skills

• Excellent project management skills and experience with a proven track record of delivering challenging projects on deadline

 

• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to produce high quality materials
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate scientific content effectively and confidently with people at all levels
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to handle sensitive issues positively
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Confidence to handle high profile media enquiries and to advise spokespeople on messages and challenging situations

 

Desirable

• Experience of working in research or academia
• Experience of multidisciplinary team working

 

Dimensions

·         This is a full-time role

·         As a result of the pandemic, staff are currently working remotely. All HDR UK roles are primarily based   at the London offices, however we are flexibly working across a number of geographical locations in the UK.  Travel may be required to HDR UK locations and partner organisations.

 

Application Process

Please apply with a CV and covering letter of no more than 500 words explaining what you can bring to this role, including your current salary, to hdruk@gravitatehr.co.uk.

 

The closing date for this vacancy is Thursday 23 September.

 

Interviews are expected to take place during w/c 27 September (dates to be confirmed).

 

SSERC leads on a large number of STEM engagement programmes and activities with the aim of increasing STEM awareness and appreciation among children, young people and adults in Scotland. Our growing portfolio of programmes are accessed by educators and learners in a range of settings from early years, primary and secondary schools, colleges, youth groups, employers and in volunteering sectors. The STEM Programmes Coordinator will coordinate a number of programmes or projects within SSERC’s STEM Engagement portfolio including Nuffield Research Placements and the Young STEM Leader Programme. Ideally, they will have experience working in STEM engagement with a positive attitude, initiative, and the ability to manage their time and prioritise their workload to meet regular deadlines.

 

For more information and to apply visit: https://www.sserc.org.uk/vacancy-stem-programmes-coordinator/

 

Closing date: Monday 18 October at 1pm

CURIOSITY OFFICER (SCHOOLS)  

THE ORGANISATION:  

Winchester Science Centre and Planetarium is a leading hands-on science and discovery centre dedicated to sparking curiosity in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). It attracts more than 172,000 visitors per year from across the South of England and is home to the UK’s largest capacity planetarium. The Centre is an independent educational charity formed in 1985 as a strategic initiative with local government and businesses. Our bespoke educational program, aimed at KS1 to KS3, sparks curiosity and ignites a passion for STEM. We take schools on an adventure through the immersive exhibits, explore the universe in our planetarium and get hands-on in our workshops. Our educational program attracts around 40,000 schoolchildren to the Centre every year.  

THE ROLE:  

Winchester Science Centre is dedicated to adding a new and exciting scientific content stream to a schools offer, with a greater emphasis on outdoor learning, ecology, sustainability and environmental sciences. We are seeking an individual with knowledge in this area who also has prior experience of working with schools and groups in this area. Our team of Curiosity Officer’s develop, coordinate, deliver and evaluate our different STEM engagement programs across the charity. The Curiosity Officer (Schools) is primarily dedicated to maintaining our hugely successful Ultimate STEM School Trip, and the future development of a school’s outdoor STEM offer.  

This is a fantastic and unique opportunity to join a charity with a dedicated, friendly and supportive team, that will  make an important contribution to the future development of this charity. The Curiosity Officer is part of the Curiosity Department, managed by the Head of Curiosity and Planetarium.  

The Ultimate STEM School Trip  

Our School Trip is the corner stone of the charity’s public engagement offer. We strive for our offer to be fully  accessible and the successful applicant must be an active advocate for accessibility and always looking to develop engagements with accessibility built in. The successful applicant will maintain this offer to its current high standard, with annual development of content and regular training sessions for our Inspirer Team, to update science content and develop group management skills. The post holder manages and implements day-to-day delivery and budget, supported by the Head of Department.  

NEW Ultimate Outdoor STEM School Trip  

Bio:Space is an area we are piloting within the Science Centre, where young people explore our unique environment inside the South Down National Park and take part in hands-on activities about environmental science. As part of our COVID recovery, we wish to diversify our visitor experience outdoors. We plan to curate a unique, exciting and thriving new addition to our school trip offer which will explore the scientific method outside. The successful applicant will develop the offer, with a small team from WSC, which with enlighten young people in environmental science and the climate crisis, encouraging them to become agents of change for a better planet.  

Other Projects and Activities  

The post holder will manage, or be part of a team from time to time, who manages other projects that will relate to your role. Previous national projects include ‘Destination Space’ which was a charity wide project which redeveloped a school workshop and is now the most popular workshop; and working with the Curiosity Officer (Public) to develop activities in Bio:Space. We are a small, but growing team therefore, you will be called on to support across the whole STEM offer; which may include Science Festivals, STEM outreach sessions, mobile planetarium, public days at the Science Centre and filming for our digital engagement program.  

Team Management  

As experienced members of the team, Curiosity Officers will line manage Inspirers, sessional workers and volunteers as well as working closely with other staff across the charity. You will be required to attend regular team meetings and you will be expected to present reports on the projects you are working on.  

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION:  

• Maintain, manage and develop the content for the Ultimate STEM School Trip. This includes preparation, planning, cost management, logistics, delivery and evaluation on a daily basis.  

• Build, pilot and deliver an outdoor STEM schools offer that will encourage children to become agents of change for our planet.  

• Deliver inspirational science communication activities through a range of public engagement methods, such a workshops, science shows, exhibitions, planetarium and digital content, across all charity audiences.  

• Always be curious! Maintain and develop your scientific knowledge, including the school national curriculum and pedagogical techniques.  

• Take an active role within our Curiosity Officer Team, and support colleagues to achieve our charitable mission to build science capital for all.  

• Line manage, grow and develop our team of Inspirer’s to become outstanding science communication and public engagement professionals  

• Provide knowledgeable and fun training sessions for the department, to ensure high standards are met within the school offer, and share best practice across the team.  

• Supervise and manage volunteers who support our charity. These could be STEM professionals showcasing their research or college students seeking vital insight into our industry.  

• Provide excellent communication, cross departmentally, to support our culture of close team work.  

• To undertake other tasks as could reasonably arise within the remit of Curiosity Officer to include all levels of work within this team.   

The above should not be considered an exhaustive list.  

PERSON SPECIFICATION: E = Essential D = Desirable  

Qualifications  

• Level 3 or equivalent qualifications, in a STEM subject (E)  

• BA or BSc (Hons) or equivalent qualification in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (D)   

Experience  

• A strong passion for science and science communication (E)  

• In delivering inspirational workshops, to young people of all ages (E)  

• In explaining and exploring scientific concepts to public audiences (E)  

• In successfully supervising and training colleagues (E)  

• In creating and developing outstanding scientific resources for a range of audiences (E)  

• Previous experience of data collection and evaluation (D)  

• Delivering outstanding live content to a public audience (E), including within a planetarium (D)  

• Working within a Science Centre or Public Engagement establishment (D)  

• Knowledge of pedagogical practices to spark curiosity (D)  

• Delivering outstanding science communication in a variety of locations, e.g. festivals, conferences, schools (D)  

Practical Skills and Knowledge  

• High level communication skills, both verbal and written, to enable excellent communication with educators and STEM professionals at all levels (E)  

• Good knowledge of UK school systems and STEM curricula (E)  

• Competence in the use and application of Microsoft Office software (E)  

• Good organisational skills and an ability to prioritise effectively (E)  

• Staff supervision and team working skills (E)  

• Good at logistical management and good time keeping (E)  

• Good knowledge of science research (D)  

• An understanding of local and national STEM engagement providers (D)  

Personal Qualities and Skills  

• An ability to enthuse and inspire colleagues (E)  

• An ability to engage and motive young people within STEM (E)  

• An organised and analytical approach to working in a target driven role (E)  

• An interest in STEM education and enrichment (E)  

• A strong team player who can work effectively with colleagues across the organisation (E)  

• Willingness to work flexible hours including some evenings and weekends with reasonable notice (E)  

• An ability to adapt to changing priorities and to respond quickly to requests (D)  

• Full and clean driving license (D)  

 

HOW TO APPLY  

For further details and to apply please see here: https://www.winchestersciencecentre.org/media/4289/wsc_curiosityofficerschools_jd.pdf  

Title: Cofounder (CEO/CTO/CSO for Autumn 2021 Cohort)

Job Type: Full-time

Deadline to apply: September 24, 2021 

Description:

Build a startup that transforms the food system

Learn more & apply: https://www.counterfactual.co?utm_source=biguk&utm_medium=job-board&utm_campaign=join-us-fdr

Are you ready to build a globally impactful company? Join us and create a venture-scale startup that leverages emerging technologies to build a food system that works for all current and future life on earth.

Counterfactual is a venture studio on a mission to help the world's most talented people build venture-scale startups that create a more sustainable, humane, and secure future of food. We synthesize insights across the protein value chain to identify and anticipate high-potential whitespace, then support exceptional scientists, technologists, operators and entrepreneurs (like you?) in building startups around our market and technology bets. CFV’s world-class team brings together diverse R&D, entrepreneurial and talent development expertise, with backgrounds across Founders Forum, Intellectual Ventures, L’Oreal, Microsoft, FoodX, Entrepreneur First, NASA, and Cambridge. 

We offer a maximally supportive environment in which to launch a startup, whether you’re transitioning out of academia, industry or are a repeat founder. Through our programme you’ll:

• Enter a collaborative process with the venture studio to turn one of our high-potential company concepts into a startup you’re uniquely positioned to build. 

• Be supported in finding your ideal co-founder(s) from our pool of world-class talent.

• If your team is successful, receive $300K of pre-seed capital and extensive incubation support to accelerate your market and investment readiness, with strong potential for follow-on funding.

How it works:

Application

Our application process is designed to get a sense of your goals and determine what type of company you’re uniquely positioned to build.  If your potential and commitment to the Counterfactual mission checks out, but we are unable to place you with a concept for an upcoming cohort, you’ll be invited to explore future opportunities in our cofounder pool. 

Formation

Healthy team dynamics and founder-solution fit are critical to a startup’s success. The goal of formation is to build strong founding teams that are exceptionally well-placed to solve the problem they are working on. You’ll enter a period of co-development and validation with the venture studio based on one of our company concepts. This is also when we help shortlisted candidates match with their co-founder(s).  If your team makes it to the end of formation, we’ll work with you to refine your pitch for the incubator. 

Incubation

Following a successful pitch, you and your co-founder(s) enter a tailored incubation programme designed to accelerate your market and investment-readiness. We incubate around 8 companies every six months, providing $300k in pre-seed capital, hands-on mentorship, essential turnkey services and tailored support for you and your team. 

Why should you join? 

• Be a part of revolutionizing the food system. As a founder in the Counterfactual portfolio, you’ll be part of an entrepreneurial network architecting a climate-positive, humane, just and secure global food system serving all current and future life on earth.

• You don’t need an ideato join. Bring your passion, grit, and relevant skills — we’ll help you identify the most high-impact startup opportunity you could be working on. 

• Build with the best-in-class. Begin your journey with skilled guides. Our venture studio team, led by former directors from L’Oreal, Intellectual Ventures and Founders Forum will work with you on validating and developing commercial and technical components of your venture. 

• Find your ideal cofounder(s) within our vetted pool of exceptionally talented individuals. We will help you form effective founding teams based on your strengths, personality, team work style and cultural indicators.

• Accelerate your launch with our support. We offer six months of tailored incubation support, $300,000 pre-seed capital and support from our network to get your startup market- and investment-ready.

We are looking for:

• Talented founders from all backgrounds, with the potential to provide commercial and operational leadership for company concepts emerging from the venture studio. 

• Scientists and technical domain experts with skills and experiences passionate about working with emerging technologies to reimagine food and agriculture. We're particularly interested in engaging those with technical expertise and experience in (not necessarily all) of the following: 

• • PhD or similar level expertise in any one of the following:  

  • • Process engineering

    • Manufacturing plant design

    • Industrial engineering

    • Operations research

    • Chemical engineering 

    • Construction or architecture

  • Prior management or set up of a lab, processing facility or plant

  • Familiarity with the needs (& pain points!) of R&D teams. Bonus points if this was in a startup or scale up environment, or for standalone research institutes.

  • Experience in commercial real estate development. Maybe even with a life sciences focus or with experience repurposing spaces for innovation hubs. 

  • Familiarity with lease management and services for commercial real estate, the financial considerations and challenges that come with leasing and services products. 

• Alternatively, those with a skillset and background in (not necessarily all) of the following: 

• PhD or similar level expertise in any one of the following:  

• • Precision fermentation

  • Synthetic biology

  • Food science and/or meat science background will be a bonus

  • Protein chemistry

  • Biochemistry

  • Target molecule selection 

• Prior management or set up of a lab, processing facility or plant, including management of a team in a lab setting

• Familiarity with the needs (& pain points!) of the alternative protein industry, and its consumers. 

• Experience founding or working in a start-up or scale up environment

Additionally, here’s a non-exhaustive list of the other types of experiences that we’re particularly excited about:

• You have a strong background in any of the following disciplines: 

• • cell agriculture, tissue engineering, synthetic biology, fermentation, biochemistry, food science, food engineering, agricultural engineering,  plant biology, chemical engineering, bioreactor engineering, processing plant design, operations research/industrial engineering, data science, AI/ML.

• You’ve built something from scratch: you may have been an entrepreneur, intrapreneur or been a key player in the early growth of a startup. 

• You’ve got strong industry experience in an area connected to food, agriculture, biotech or supply chain & logistics. 

• You’ve worked on technology commercialisation and can be the bridge between research and the marketplace. 

We're accepting applications on an ongoing basis. However, if you want to be part of our first cohort starting Autumn 2021, apply by September 20, 2021.

To apply for this vacancy please click 'Apply Now’ and submit a Covering Letter and your CV and where relevant any documents specifically request in the Role Description and Person Specification.

Northumbria University takes pride in, and values, the quality and diversity of our staff. We welcome applications from all members of the community. The University holds an Athena SWAN (Bronze)award in recognition of our commitment to improving employment practices for the advancement of gender equality.

We welcome applications from the UK and across the world. Visit our web pages for details about the Information and Support for International Colleagues.

Our team is currently working remotely and in future we anticipate a blended approach incorporating remote working with some campus-based engagements.

Please note this vacancy will close on 26/09/2021