The document outlines the role profile for a Press Officer (science) position at Cancer Research UK. The main purpose of the job is to generate media and public interest in the work and aims of Cancer Research UK. Key responsibilities include researching and distributing science releases to media, organizing press conferences, responding to media inquiries, developing relationships with scientists and journalists, and maintaining the highest standards. Applicants should have a CAM certificate, NCTJ proficiency, or MSc in Science Communication and experience working in a press office or as a journalist. Strong communication, problem-solving, and IT skills are also required.
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The document outlines the role profile for a Press Officer (science) position at Cancer Research UK. The main purpose of the job is to generate media and public interest in the work and aims of Cancer Research UK. Key responsibilities include researching and distributing science releases to media, organizing press conferences, responding to media inquiries, developing relationships with scientists and journalists, and maintaining the highest standards. Applicants should have a CAM certificate, NCTJ proficiency, or MSc in Science Communication and experience working in a press office or as a journalist. Strong communication, problem-solving, and IT skills are also required.
The document outlines the role profile for a Press Officer (science) position at Cancer Research UK. The main purpose of the job is to generate media and public interest in the work and aims of Cancer Research UK. Key responsibilities include researching and distributing science releases to media, organizing press conferences, responding to media inquiries, developing relationships with scientists and journalists, and maintaining the highest standards. Applicants should have a CAM certificate, NCTJ proficiency, or MSc in Science Communication and experience working in a press office or as a journalist. Strong communication, problem-solving, and IT skills are also required.
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The document outlines the role profile for a Press Officer (science) position at Cancer Research UK. The main purpose of the job is to generate media and public interest in the work and aims of Cancer Research UK. Key responsibilities include researching and distributing science releases to media, organizing press conferences, responding to media inquiries, developing relationships with scientists and journalists, and maintaining the highest standards. Applicants should have a CAM certificate, NCTJ proficiency, or MSc in Science Communication and experience working in a press office or as a journalist. Strong communication, problem-solving, and IT skills are also required.
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ROLE PROFILE
Job Title: Press Officer (science)
Responsible to: Manager of Science Press
Main Purpose of Job:
To exploit and create media and public interest and understanding
of the work and aims of Cancer Research UK.
Location: London
Key Responsibilities:
1. Research, plan, write and issue science releases and target them at relevant media to deadline. 2. Organise logistics of press conferences including venue, speakers and case histories (if necessary). 3. Anticipate media calls where possible and ensure spokespeople are available to answer them or a relevant statement is prepared. 4. Receive and respond to media enquiries quickly, providing information and Cancer Research UK spokespeople. 5. Develop and maintain positive relationships with scientists, health professionals and target journalists. 6. Build positive working relationships with other press officers in the team. 7. Maintain the highest standards in all these activities. Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Competencies:
Knowledge
1. Must have, or be working towards CAM certificate, NCTJ
proficiency, MSc in Science Communication or equivalent. 2. Strong communication skills ñ written and oral. 3. Knowledge of word processors/computer literate.
Experience
1. Extensive experience in a press office or as a journalist.
Skills and competencies
1. Excellent communicator. 2. Good problem solver. 3. Ability to work well under pressure. 4. IT literate; databases.
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