Project Coordinator

The pro² Network+ is a UK-wide research and innovation network working to make digital device production more accessible, enabling researchers, industry and communities to develop, replicate and manufacture digital devices in new ways.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Project Coordinator to plan and organise engagement activities, communications and events across the network. Working closely with the Senior Research Project Manager, academics, researchers, industry partners and the wider network, you will help bring the network's activities and achievements to life and connect people with opportunities to collaborate.

This is a varied role where you will have significant scope to develop ideas and make things happen. You will work closely with colleagues across the University and with external partners, translating complex research and technical activity into clear, accessible and engaging content.

This is a full-time, fixed-term role until December 2027. This offers an opportunity for someone to gain more experience of coordinating engagement activities and events in a research environment.

Planning and delivery of engagement and communications activity for the pro² Network+, working with colleagues to maintain a clear and consistent strategy.

Plan and deliver events and engagement activities, including workshops, the annual Summer School and a major Network Showcase event.

Create and coordinate engaging content for social media, newsletters, websites and other channels, including writing, editing and supporting the production of video and other digital content.

Work with academics, researchers, industry partners and other stakeholders to gather stories, identify opportunities for engagement and communicate the impact of the Network's work.

Coordinate publicity and communications around Network-funded projects, helping researchers to share their outcomes and demonstrate the value of their work.

Support the delivery of funding calls, network activities and other projects, providing proactive coordination and administrative support where needed.