Relationship & Research PR Officer

Location:  

Highfield Campus

Salary:  

£32,348 to £35,333
Per annum

Full Time Permanent

Closing Date:  

Thursday 17 November 2022

Interview Date:  

Reference:  

2023822PN

(NOTE : There may also be the opportunity to offer this role as a part-time position, with the minimum expectation being 3 days a week)

At the University of Southampton, our aim is to change the world for the better, bringing together the realms of academic research, creativity and knowledge to have collaborative, immersive and ground-breaking impact. We care about the challenges that humanity is facing, and work to support others on a local and global scale.

The Zepler Institute for Photonics and Nanoelectronics (ZIPN) is a world-leading research institute with one of the best academic clean rooms in Europe. The Institute has a significant portfolio of research projects, funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), including major programmes such as Airguide Photonics and the Future Photonics Hub.

Airguide Photonics aims to revolutionise fibre optics for applications such as next-generation internet. The Future Photonics Hub works with a network of over 40 companies, representing strategic UK sectors including telecommunications, healthcare, defence and aerospace, to support the rapid commercialisation of innovative photonics manufacturing technologies.

The ZIPN has a dedicated Business Development (BD) team providing a wide range of support services to facilitate partnership and collaboration with external partners, including contracts negotiation, support towards ongoing research programmes and guidance and support around technology commercialisation and export control. In addition, the team plans and delivers communications and marketing strategies so to raise awareness and engagement with research.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join a team looking for a passionate, motivated and creative Marketing and Communications lead to sit within the ZIPN’s BD team as its Relationship and Research (R&R) Public Relations (PR) Officer. You will work both independently and collaboratively with the wider team and external suppliers, to support the branding, marketing and communications for both the Airguide Photonics and the Future Photonics Hub programme grants, whilst supporting wider ZIPN programmes and initiatives as appropriate.

Along with the marketing and communications focus, you will lead on the development of relevant content and material for distribution and dissemination via websites, reports, presentations, email and social media channels.  

The role will also be responsible for organising events related to key programmes and activities within the ZIPN. All aspects of event organisation will need to be managed including venue booking, branding and communications and stakeholder liaison etc.

About you

You will bring a passion for marketing and communications, demonstrating experience from concept through to delivery, and have a proven record of accomplishment for delivering high quality marketing and communications campaigns. 

You will have exceptional organisational skills, with an eye for detail, able to prioritise well and manage often multiple tasks and deadlines.

You will be an excellent communicator, both written and verbal while also being confident working alongside a variety of colleagues and building relationships. 

You will have a skill level equivalent to achievement of HND, Degree, NVQ4 with proven work experience acquired in relevant roles and job-related training. You will be professional, clear thinking and maintain a diligent work ethic in working within the ZIPN Business Development team.

If you would like to discuss the role in more detail, please contact Amir Kayani, ZIPN Business Development Manager at [email protected] .

Application Procedure

You should submit your completed online application form at https://jobs.soton.ac.uk . The application deadline will be midnight on the closing date stated above. If you need any assistance, please call Sian Gale (Recruitment Team) on +44 (0) 23 8059 2750, or email [email protected] . Please quote reference 2023822PN on all correspondence.

Further details:

We believe equality, diversity and inclusion are fundamental to making the University of Southampton a welcoming, vibrant and successful organisation. Having a diverse workforce, inclusive of people of all ages and beliefs, from different racial, educational and social backgrounds opens up a wealth of possibilities, makes us more creative and accelerates our impact on society. We welcome applicants that value the diversity of our community and are willing to play their part in supporting the mission of inclusivity. 

Please note that applications from agencies will not be accepted unless indicated in the job advert.