Communications and Education Research Fellow

We are excited to invite applications for a Research Fellow (Communications and Education Officer) position funded by the EU, as part of a new European Partnership on Animal Health and Welfare. The position will be based in the School of Biosciences at the University of Surrey, but it will involve working closely with colleagues in the School of Veterinary Medicine. You will be part of a team and will support communication and educational activities in a vibrant, inter-disciplinary research environment with a strong international reputation.  

The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in research related to animal health and welfare, and will have experience of managing communication and education activities within a large international project. This role is ideal for candidates who have a strong track record of producing content for, and managing, social media channels in addition to experience of organising educational, dissemination and exploitation activities.

The role will specifically include organising summer schools, short-term missions, workshops, scientific conferences, training courses and supporting PhD students. Therefore, experience of organising events and communicating complex scientific information in clear, concise, and accurate language that can be understood by scientific audiences and the general public would be an advantage. We would especially be keen to hear from candidates who have previously worked as part of an international scientific project team.

What we can offer

In addition to your salary, you will receive a generous annual leave entitlement, relocation assistance where appropriate, attractive research environments, the latest teaching facilities, and access to a variety of staff development opportunities. Furthermore, our benefit packages include pension, childcare assistance and discounted membership to University sports facilities.

The University of Surrey is located on a beautiful, leafy campus in Guildford, just 30 miles from London and benefits from excellent rail, air and road connections.

Further Information

To apply please submit a CV and cover letter detailing your motivation in applying for the role. You will also be asked some brief questions to help us understand your suitability for the role.

For an informal discussion or further details, please contact Professor Roberto La Ragione – [email protected] 

Online interviews will be held 12th/13th February.

The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community.  Therefore we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.

Closing Date: 25 Jan 2026

Area: Research & Teaching

Salary: £15,077 to £17,898 per annum pro rata (0.4 FTE) Fixed Term (- Dec 2028)