Scientific Content Specialist (Publishing)

TL;DR

Scientific Content Specialist (Publishing): Developing and executing content strategies to engage stakeholders with an accent on multi-channel content creation and scientific communication. Focus on producing high-quality blog posts, podcasts, and media relations initiatives to strengthen the global brand.

Location: In-office role based in Manchester city centre

Company

A fully Open Access publisher with a portfolio of over 500 journals across all scientific disciplines, committed to making high-quality research freely accessible globally.

What you will do

• Develop and execute always-on and major content campaigns.
• Create multi-channel and multi-format content, including long-form articles, videos, and podcasts.
• Produce a minimum of four blog posts per month.
• Conduct research to identify content ideas that enhance brand strength.
• Collaborate on SEO, content strategy, and performance metrics.
• Peer-review articles from other contributors to ensure quality.

Requirements

• PhD in any field required.
• 2+ years of experience creating or coordinating content in a business environment.
• Native-level English proficiency.
• Experience with blogging platforms such as WordPress, Substack, or Medium.
• Intermediate knowledge of SEO and content communication best practices.
• Familiarity with Microsoft O365 and business use of major social media platforms.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working hours (start between 7-9am, finish between 3-6pm).
• Paid special days off for occasions like marriage or moving house.
• Private health membership with Bupa provided after probation.
• Performance-based bonus incentive schemes.
• Access to Perkbox for various retail, travel, and tech discounts.
• Cycle-to-work and tech equipment tax-saving schemes.