Job Description

Job number

ENG03581

Faculties

Faculty of Engineering

Departments

Department of Computing

Salary or Salary range

45,700 - 55,240 per annum

Location/campus

South Kensington Campus - Hybrid

Contract type work pattern

Full time - Open ended

Posting End Date

9 Jul 2025

About the role

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The Department of Computing is looking to appoint a Communications Officer. This role has been created to fill a need in the Department to support and enhance the wide-ranging research activities in the Department. The post-holder will devote considerable time to the management, development and maintenance of the departmental website and new digital media, with the prime purpose of proactively promoting and communicating news and information about Computing research.

What you would be doing

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You will take a lead role in coordinating and managing events designed to promote the Department and its research activity to key internal and external stakeholders. You will take sole responsibility for publicising the Department's research achievements effectively, both in printed and electronic modes. You will also assume primary responsibility for the co-ordination and staging of a variety of high-profile research events and seminars, as and when required. You will have sole responsibility for the development and maintenance of the departmental website and intranet, keeping content up-to-date, by liaising with academic and support staff colleagues, and research focus group leaders.

What we are looking for

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This is a busy and varied post requiring an enthusiastic and highly competent person able to multi-task and to work to deadlines. You will be innovative and dynamic and must be proactive in your approach to duties, as well as being able to work with minimum supervision. The post involves a high level of interaction with staff of all levels as well as students, and you must combine a professional approach with a friendly and welcoming manner.



As well as holding an undergraduate degree or equivalent work experience, you will have


previous knowledge of Content Management Systems a high level of IT skills Experience of communicating science to academic and lay audiences Excellent interpersonal, organisational and time management skills, with an ability to multitask and prioritise effectively An ability to handle and use digital photography equipment and proficiency web design software packages would be desirable

Further details of the job and what we are looking for can be found in the attached and Person Specification.

What we can offer you

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The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity. Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days' annual leave and generous pension schemes). Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and cycle-to-work scheme. Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel. Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further information

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This is a full-time post.



If you require any further details about the role, please contact: marina.hall@imperial.ac.uk



Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.



If you experience any technical issues while applying online, please don't hesitate to email us at support.jobs@imperial.ac.uk. We're here to help.

Available documents

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Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.

Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.

We reserve the right to close the advert prior to the closing date stated should we receive a high volume of applications. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.



If you encounter any technical issues while applying online, please don't hesitate to email us at support.jobs@imperial.ac.uk. We're here to help.


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