Communications and Engagement Manager
UK independent public R&D funding agency that backs high-risk, high-reward scientific and technological research.
Funding history
About Advanced Research + Invention Agency (ARIA)
ARIA is an independent UK non-departmental public body that funds and manages Programme Director-led research programmes intended to unlock scientific and technological breakthroughs.
Skills
Candidate Availability
Required and preferred rules are kept separate and reflect the wording in the original posting.
About the Role
You will shape clear narratives for scientific programmes, turn research progress into engaging content and improve communications practice. You will develop targeted engagement strategies, work with programme stakeholders and use launches, workshops and events to build relationships across the R&D ecosystem.
Requirements
- Have science communications, technical writing or related experience
- Understand and accurately translate complex scientific material
- Produce engaging short- and long-form digital content
- Manage competing priorities and resolve bottlenecks
- Demonstrate administrative and project-management skills
- Maintain accuracy in scientific and technical communications
Responsibilities
- Shape narratives for opportunity spaces and programmes
- Develop narrative-led content across owned and earned channels
- Turn research breakthroughs and milestones into stories
- Strengthen programme communications practice
- Develop targeted ecosystem engagement strategies
- Use launches, workshops and external events to deepen relationships
Benefits
- 27 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell additional days
- Hybrid working arrangements with 60% in office and 40% at home
- Discretionary bonus
- Enhanced family leave
- 24/7 employee assistance programme
- Life assurance
- Two paid volunteer days
- 5% defined contribution pension scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme
Hiring Process
Where possible, campaign-style processes: after all applications are received and talent screens are held, candidates are downselected for formal interviews.