Food Systems Institute Communications and Marketing Manager
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Job Description
The Food Systems Institute at the University of Nottingham seeks a Communications and Marketing Manager to raise the profile of its world-leading research. Responsibilities include developing and delivering communication strategies, translating complex science into engaging content, and managing digital and traditional campaigns. Key requirements are experience in science/research communications, excellent writing and digital content skills, and strong stakeholder engagement abilities.
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Key Responsibilities
- Working closely with academics, researchers and professional services colleagues, you will lead the development and delivery of communications, engagement and marketing strategies that showcase the impact of our research and strengthen our reputation nationally and internationally.
- You will translate complex scientific research into engaging content for a wide range of audiences, managing campaigns across digital and traditional channels, delivering events, and supporting stakeholder engagement activities.
- A key aspect of the role will be promoting commercial services and opportunities linked to our new Agri-Food and Drink Innovation Gateway, helping businesses connect with the University's expertise, facilities and innovation support.
Requirements
- Experience in communications, marketing or public engagement, ideally within a science, research or innovation environment.
- Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.
- Experience of developing websites, digital content and multi-channel campaigns.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
- Excellent planning and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Benefits
- A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment
- A hybrid working arrangement with the blended approach of home and office working each week
- Generous holiday entitlement of 30 days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year.
- Our reward scheme grants bonuses of numerous values for excellent work
- You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, to find out more follow the link to our benefits website
- What next Further information is available in the role profile.
- To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details.
- This is a permanent role.
- Your working hours will be full time (36.25 hours per week).
- Job share arrangements may be considered.
- Please contact Peter Noy (peter.noy@nottingham.ac.uk) if you have further questions about this role.
- Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.
About This Position
When do applications close for this position?
Applications for Food Systems Institute Communications and Marketing Manager at University of Nottingham close on 22 October 2026. Make sure your application reaches the university's recruitment system before the deadline — late submissions are generally not accepted.
What does this position pay?
The advertised salary for this role is GBP 35,608 – 47,389. The final offer within the band depends on qualifications and experience, as set by University of Nottingham's enterprise agreement.
Where is this position based?
The position is based at University of Nottingham, in Sutton Bonington, GB. Check the job description above for flexible or hybrid arrangements.
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