£29,704- £35,469 p.a. pro rata
Part-time (50%FTE),
Three year fixed term contract
Based in Milton Keynes
Ref: 5898

We are looking for a talented science communicator and facilitator with a strong scientific background in greenhouse gases to join the team which will host and shape the NERC-funded Methane Network (MethaneNet) as Co-ordinator.

This is an exciting and high profile activity funded under the NERC Earth System Science Theme. You will facilitate communication between numerous national and international partners and assist with the establishment of a prioritised research agenda to include the UK & international community. Your duties will include: identifying members and stakeholders of the UK/international methane community and engaging them in MethaneNet; organising and contributing to steering group meetings; organising and facilitating community events; maintaining and providing content for the MethaneNet website; drafting broad positioning papers, summary documents for policy makers and press releases; and assisting with editorial work surrounding the production of special journal issues that will result from meetings.

For detailed information and how to apply go to www3.open.ac.uk/employment, call the Recruitment Co-ordinator on 01908 652885 or email earth-sciences-recruitment@open.ac.uk quoting the reference number. Closing date: midday on Thursday 29 October 2009. Interviews will be held during week commencing 16 November 2009.

Further particulars are available in large print, disk or audiotape (minicom 01908 654901).