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At the Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT), we're on a mission to translate scientific discovery into real world impact. We bring together visionary scientists, technologists, policy makers, and entrepreneurs to tackle humanity's greatest challenges in four transformative areas: Health, Medical Science & Generative Biology; Food Security & Sustainable Agriculture; Climate Change & Managing CO₂; Artificial Intelligence & Robotics.

This is ambitious work - work that demands curiosity, courage, and a relentless drive to make a difference. At EIT, you'll join a community built on excellence, innovation, tenacity, trust, and collaboration, where bold ideas become real-world breakthroughs.

Welcome to the Generative Biology Institute

Led by Founding Director Jason Chin, the Generative Biology Institute (GBI) at the Ellison Institute of Technology is tackling the key challenges in making biology engineerable, and thereby unlocking the unrivalled power of biology for the benefit of humanity.

The vision of the GBI is to lay the foundations for engineering biology, and unlock its potential for good.

Your Role

At the GBI we are seeking a detail orientated Scientific Communications Manager to lead the development and delivery of a comprehensive internal and external communications strategy that showcases the groundbreaking research of the Generative Biology Institute (GBI) and fosters strong connections within the Institute's global community.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and refine GBI's integrated scientific communications strategy.
• Serve as the primary communications partner for GBI's leadership and research teams.
• Identify and promote GBI's most significant research outputs.
• Develop high-quality written and visual scientific materials.
• Build and maintain relationships with science journalists and media outlets.
• Ensure EIT's digital platforms reflect GBI's cutting-edge research.
• Plan, produce, and promote digital engagement activities.
• Support the design and delivery of outreach activities, exhibitions, and events.
• Partner with researchers to identify compelling stories.
• Create and manage effective internal communication channels.
• Support leadership in preparing impactful internal briefings.
• Collaborate with other EIT Oxford departments.
• Manage communications budgets, timelines, and external suppliers.
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on communications effectiveness.

Requirements

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline.
• Significant experience in science communications within a research-intensive environment.
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic communications plans for complex scientific content.
• Demonstrated track record of producing clear, engaging, and accurate scientific content across multiple formats and platforms.
• Experience managing media relationships and delivering high-profile announcements.

Skills & Attributes:

• Exceptional writing and storytelling skills.
• Strong understanding of synthetic biology, genome engineering, or related life sciences.
• Proficiency in digital communications, content management systems, and social media strategy.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Creative, proactive, and motivated to enhance public and professional understanding of cutting-edge research.

Desirable:

• Experience in communicating research from multidisciplinary, collaborative projects.
• Familiarity with the culture and operations of large-scale research institutes.
• Professional training or certification in science communication, PR, or digital media.