POSITION OBJECTIVES
The primary
objectives of the position are to develop an effective relationship with
scientists within QIMR to:
·
provide advice in relation to media
strategy and communications to maximise the coverage of the important published
research findings ; and
·
co-ordinate all scientific
communications ensuring the messages are integrated with and support the
overall communications strategy of the Institute.
ORGANISATION CONTEXT
QIMR is a
statutory body under the QIMR Act (1945). The mission of QIMR is to promote the
wellbeing of humankind through medical research, to maintain within the State
of
The
Corporate consists of staff groups located in the Bancroft Centre and Clive
Berghofer Cancer Research Centre. The Division is organised as four branches,
each headed by a Senior Manager:
·
Corporate Support
·
Scientific Support
·
External Support
·
Legal and Risk Support
The role of
the Corporate Division is to provide support services to QIMR's research staff
to enable them to effectively conduct research and development. This position
reports directly to the Senior Manager External Relations, and works in
consultation with other members of the External Relations group. The role has
both an internal focus (managing relationships with scientists) and an external
focus (managing relationships with key external stakeholders including the
media and the wider community).
The role is
a critical conduit in helping to build the QIMR brand – understanding the
science and seeking to effectively communicate this to the community and market
in such a way as to advance QIMR and its objectives.
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REPORTING STRUCTURE
The Science
Communication Manager reports to and receives policy direction from the Senior
Manager External Relations and is expected to work with a degree of
independence and autonomy in the determination of strategies, priorities, work
standards and the allocation of resources within the position's areas of
responsibility.
Reporting
into this role include positions in the Science Communication and Education
teams.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
·
Developing effective working
relationships with scientists and the Consumer and Community Participation
Committee – understanding the aims and methods of the research being
undertaken and working with the scientists to help develop communications which
both publicise their achievements and which help to build QIMR’s profile
for excellence in research.
·
Development and implementation of an
overall media strategy for publicising the research efforts of the Institute.
·
Development and delivery of media
awareness and training programs and tools to educate scientists regarding
effective media coverage and ensure this is undertaken in a consistent manner.
·
Research, draft and disseminate
media statements, stories, media releases and background information on behalf
of QIMR.
·
Oversee the community relations
program which includes scientific tours of QIMR, scientific speaking
engagements and displays.
·
Help develop the education program
undertaken by QIMR – visits to schools and other interested parties.
·
Development of documentation of
published research for use internally and externally.
·
Provision of accurate scientific
content for the website.
·
Contribute to the preparation of the
External Relations Branch’s strategic and business plans
·
Ensure all media and communication
is undertaken in accordance with various legislative requirements.
·
Monitor performance of the Science
Communications team against budget on a regular basis
·
Coordinate and consult with
subordinate staff, reviewing reports and recommendations
·
Manage the selection and training of
subordinate staff positions, establishing lines of control, defining and
agreeing key KPIs and delegating responsibilities
Contact
Vivienne Johnson
Senior Manager | External Relations
PO
Tel: +61 7 3362 0206 | Fax: +61 7 3362 0102
Email: vivienne.johnson@qimr.edu.au