Job Purpose The Research Communications and Engagement Lead (RCEL) will be accountable for the design and delivery of the College of Science and Engineering’s (CoSE) first Research Communication and Engagement Strategy in support of the College’s Research Strategy and Vision. Working across six Schools the RCEL will be responsible for managing, developing, and implementing strategic communication campaigns and engagement initiatives that promote the College’s research strengths. The RCEL will interact with a diverse range of external stakeholders, including regional and national experts on scientific innovation. The post holder will work in partnership with key internal and external stakeholders to inform, shape, and deliver a professional, creative, and dynamic plan that is influential and impactful, demonstrating the University of Glasgow’s research power across Science and Engineering. This is a pivotal role in enhancing the reputation and reach of the College’s key research themes across domestic and international markets. This role reports directly to the Head of Student and Academic Services (CoSE) and will work closely with individuals from across the organisation, drawing on expertise, and sharing resources to ensure a joined-up seamless execution of the College’s Research Communication and Engagement Strategy. Main Duties and Responsibilities Lead and implement a Research Communications and Engagement Strategy and associated delivery plan aligned to the College’s Research Priorities/Themes which is appropriate to channel and audience. Stakeholder mapping. Effectively map out audiences and storytellers, aligning plans and campaigns to the KPIs associated with each audience group. Develop and implement a College Communications Plan for CoSE research stories including how these are promoted in CoSE research news and engagement activities internally and externally. Develop and deliver innovative, effective, and tailored communications, aligned to a cohesive CoSE research content strategy, ensuring consistency, alignment, and relevant translation of messaging. Lead on sourcing, creating, coordinating, and implementing engaging content, targeting specific stakeholder groups. This will involve preparing briefs, developing storyboards and delivering compelling copywriting that can be re-purposed across multiple channels e.g. podcasts, video, interviews etc. Deliver timely and relevant data and insight to inform and shape the overall strategic plan, provide expert guidance, share best practice, highlight new initiatives to explore, and demonstrate the impact and value of communications activity through effective ROI. Line management of Research Communications and Engagement team in support of the delivery of the Research Communications and Engagement Strategy delivery plan. Responsible for the monitoring, management and reporting on the team’s budget ensuring maximum service provision is delivered against resources deployed. Build strong professional networks and engage with partners locally, nationally and internationally, including academics, sector bodies, industry, funding bodies, and governments. Exploit opportunities to amplify key research messages and the societal impact of the research. Work in partnership with academic colleagues and the College’s Research Development and Industry Engagement Leads to organise and deliver events including seminars, conferences, public lectures, and networking opportunities to drive engagement with our academics and research through attendance and participation. Partnering with the Schools, proactively explore new opportunities to increase the reach and impact of key research themes, staying on top of latest developments, news, and related research. Oversee the monitoring and auditing of campaigns to ensure a coherent and consistent voice for all communications related to CoSE research, ensuring that all are operating in accordance with best practice guidelines and the University’s brand. Work with External Relations, including Communications and Brand and Reputation team in Marketing and Communications, to optimise CoSE research presentation and academic media presence across institutional activity and external stakeholder access to CoSE specific content and resources. Be a positive ambassador and represent the College and University of Glasgow at events, external conferences, workshops, networks. Attend and contribute to University-wide projects and committees, providing specific communications direction on behalf of the College. Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience Knowledge/Qualifications Essential A1 Ability to demonstrate the competencies required to undertake the duties associated with this level of post having acquired the necessary professional knowledge and management skills in a similar or number of different specialist roles. A2 Demonstrable knowledge and experience of current issues, priorities, and good practice in social media, communications and content strategy. A3 Demonstrable awareness of how audiences use and engage with internal and external communications channels. A4 Authoritative knowledge of content strategy and campaign development. Desirable B1 Thorough knowledge of the current UK landscape relating to public engagement with research and research impact. B2 Thorough knowledge of the higher education sector including current trends. Skills Essential C1 Expertise in storytelling in content marketing across a range of platforms e.g. social media, video, podcast etc. C2 Excellent ability to create engaging content for a variety of channels, digital and traditional, and the specialist requirements of these channels. C3 Excellent storyboarding and project management skills. C4 Excellent oral and written communication skills, ability to communicate effectively across a range of audiences, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, including strong copywriting and proof-reading skills. C5 Excellent time management and organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure efficiently on numerous projects simultaneously, meeting tight deadlines. C6 Excellent interpersonal skills, including diplomacy and discretion, and the ability to liaise with stakeholders across a range of levels. C7 Influencing, negotiating and relationship building skills; demonstrating creativity, energy and enthusiasm. C8 Highly self-motivated, ability to work independently using initiative and judgement to drive work outputs, and collaboratively with teams on shared endeavours. C9 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Desirable D1 Google Analytics skills; advanced traffic segments, keywording and SEO, ROI to track and optimise digital marketing performance. Experience Essential E1 Editorial experience of conveying subject matter concisely and compellingly to audiences with wide ranging degrees of interest and expertise. E2 Experience of leading and managing communications within a complex organisation and of creating and developing internal and external communication strategies. E3 Significant experience of using digital/social media platforms. E4 Significant experience of storyboarding audio/video, digital media. E5 Excellent events management experience, including organising public events both in person and online. E6 Experience of managing budgets, producing ROI reports, and creating operating plans. E7 Experience of working independently, thinking analytically and applying judgment. E8 Experience of motivating and encouraging others to find creative ways to communicate their work to a wider audience. Desirable F1 Experience of working with industrial and/or commercial partners. F2 Experience of working in an HE environment. F3 Experience of working in a science focused environment. F4 Experience of content creation and maintenance in a Content Management System (CMS) environment. F5 Experience of using a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system. Terms and Conditions Salary will be Grade 8, £49,250 - £56,921 per annum. This post is full time (35 hours per week) and open ended (Permanent). The University of Glasgow has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. If you require a Skilled Worker visa to work in the UK, you will be required to meet the eligibility requirements of the visa route to be assigned a Certificate of Sponsorship. As part of Team UofG you will be a member of a world changing, inclusive community, which values ambition, excellence, integrity and curiosity. As a valued member of our team, you can expect a warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, an excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions including 41 days of leave for full time staff, pension, benefits and discount packages, a flexible approach to working, and a commitment to support your health and wellbeing. We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values.