Location: Farringdon, London, with the option for flexible working (WFH up to 3 days a week)

£28,000 per annum plus pension contribution, a flexible benefits scheme and 28 days holiday

We are looking for a full time Communications Officer to join our small team at Understanding Animal Research (UAR).

The Communications Officer will work with the Digital Communications Manager to develop and execute UAR’s social media strategy and create content for use across social media and our websites. They will be responsible for the day to day running of UAR’s social media channels, as well as having the opportunity to develop creative assets and work on social media campaigns.

The Communications Officer will be responsible for the day to day running of the Concordat on Openness on Animal Research with supervision from the Head of Engagement and Communications. They will develop strong working relationships with key individuals at signatory organisations and offer support on behalf of UAR. The Communications Officer will also work with the Head of Policy and Media to carry out press office activities. They will source and promote animal research stories to journalists and news outlets in order to increase the reach of these stories.

The successful applicant will report to the Digital Communications Manager, as well as working closely with the Head of Engagement and Communications, and Head of Policy and Media.

About UAR

We are a non-profit organisation that specialises in producing educational information on the use of animals in scientific and medical research. We use our expert knowledge to explain why, how, and when animals are used in scientific research, with a focus on human and veterinary medicine.

UAR is a non-profit member organisation. We are funded by a range of organisations based in the UK, including universities, professional societies, commercial organisations, and charities.

UAR is responsible for the creation of the Concordat on Openness on Animal Research in the UK, the first transparency agreement on the use of animals in scientific research.

Please see our website for information on how to apply for this role and a downloadable job description.
https://www.understandinganimalresearch.org.uk/news/communications-officer-job-vacancy