Australian Red Cross Lifeblood
Research Content Creator (Remote)
Research Content Creator | Australian Red Cross Lifeblood |Australia
Company description:
At Lifeblood, our purpose is simple: to give life.
Job description:
- Use your creativity to craft scientific communications tospread the word about Lifeblood Research and Development program...
Research Content Creator | Australian Red Cross Lifeblood | Australia
Company description:
At Lifeblood, our purpose is simple: to give life.
Job description:
- Use your creativity to craft scientific communications to spread the word about Lifeblood Research and Development program
- Permanent full-time position, based out of NSW, QLD or VIC + WFH
- Circa $95k – $132k + superannuation + salary packaging
Discover life-giving possibilities
Lifeblood is more than just a job or a career, it’s an opportunity to be part of something that matters. As an organisation, our purpose is simple: to give life. Together, we want to help you build a fulfilling career with Lifeblood.About the role
The purpose of this role is to provide high quality scientific communications support to the Research and Development team. Working closely with the National Research Lead-Strategy, Communications and Molecular Development, you’ll be communicating research results in a variety of media to diverse business and public stakeholders.Timely and effective communication of research results is essential for the translation of research outcomes into changes in policy and practice both within and outside our organisation.
You will use clarity and creativity to produce engaging communications that explain diverse research concepts, and be comfortable working with scientists, creative professionals and business stakeholders.
You’ll prepare articles for Lifeblood’s website, assist in development of media releases, Annual Reports, and provide verbal and written updates on our research to the business.
Writing will be a major part of this role, but skills or an interest in visual communication, video editing or graphic design will also be useful.
Sound interesting? Here’s what we are looking for;
- A degree in health sciences, epidemiology, public health, psychology, science or a related field and experience or qualifications in science communication
- Experience producing academic publications and presentations in a medical, health-related or scientific discipline
- Ability to interpret, synthesise and communicate complex information in plain language
- Proven ability to engage with a wide range of individuals, including internal or external stakeholders, subject matter experts and external collaborators,
- Proven ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships and consult with a range of external and internal stakeholders
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including knowledge and skills in English language and grammar.
- Computer literacy and demonstrated competence in in Microsoft Office Systems (Word, PowerPoint Excel, Teams etc.)
- Ability to work independently and in a team in a hybrid environment;
- Ability to work to deadlines whilst maintaining high quality standards.
This is a permanent full-time opportunity and can be based out of our Brisbane, Sydney, or Melbourne Processing Centres with the ability to also WFH.
Thrive in a diverse culture that cares for your wellbeing
We’re a diverse and inclusive bunch. We’re proud to foster an environment where all people can come together to achieve their very best. Whether it’s workplace safety or work/life balance, we look after our employees’ varying needs. As part of the Lifeblood team, you’ll have access to a generous salary packaging program, plus a great range of rewards like discounts on insurance, groceries, food & beverage, department stores, travel, and more.Excited about this opportunity? Apply now and discover a career filled with life-giving possibilities.
Next steps
When it comes to recruitment we like to move fast, this means we progress suitable candidates through the hiring process as soon as we can. We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant. You’ll hear from us with an outcome after your application has been reviewed and assessed.If selected, you’ll be required to complete a few background checks and we’ll help you through this process.
If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please reach out to us.
For further details on this position, please contact Svet on ssubotic@redcrossblood.org.au
**Please note we cannot accept applications via email so please apply onlineThis vacancy is being managed directly by Lifeblood’s Talent Engagement team. We won’t accept candidates from external recruitment agencies on this occasion.
