Location: Great Abington, Cambridge CB21 6AD (Agile; approximately 2 days a week from our office)
The Communications Assistant, Research provides operational, administrative and content support to the Research Communications function. The role helps produce accessible, accurate research materials and supports digital, social and internal research communications.
This role will be known internally as Communications Executive, Research.
Main duties & responsibilities
- Support development of presentations, lay summaries, speaker briefings and research‑focused materials.
- Upload and maintain research content on ARUK‑managed websites including blogs, research updates and news stories.
- Assist in creating multimedia science content (graphics, videos, simple infographics).
- Provide copywriting and proofreading support for research communications outputs.
- Assist Research Communications Officers with delivery of communications around research activities, updates and programme milestones.
- Gather information from researchers and partners to help shape accurate and engaging research narratives.
- Support maintenance of research communications tools and trackers including content libraries and messaging documents.
- Help prepare updates for research‑facing social channels and digital content as directed.
- Work with Content, Policy, Press and Digital colleagues to support aligned research messaging.
- Provide administrative and coordination support to ensure smooth delivery of research communications work.
- Ensure accurate, accessible and high‑quality research content across channels.
- Champion equity, diversity and inclusion in research storytelling.
What we are looking for
- Confidence using computers and core software (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Administrative experience or relevant transferable skills.
- Experience building and managing relationships within and outside an organisation.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks.
- Excellent planning, organisation and attention to detail.
- Team‑oriented with ability to use initiative.
- Friendly and professional; willing to work flexibly when required.
- Experience in customer or client‑facing positions.
Closing date for applications: 8th July 2026
EEO statement
We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under‑represented. Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.
Benefits
It is important to offer a range of benefits which are designed to meet both the organisational and individual needs, are market competitive and designed to attract and retain employees.
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