Early Career Technician Network Intern

The University 

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Research and Innovation Services (RIS)

This role is open to current Durham University Postgraduates and Undergraduates only

Research and Innovation Services wishes to appoint an intern to work on project development and delivery of a strategic priority for the Flourish@Durham Research Culture Project. The intern will support the development of the Early Career Technician Network. This network has been developed by a team at Durham to promote visibility, recognition and career development of early career technicians. The intern will be responsible for aiding the team in organising events, creating marketing materials and sending out communications on behalf of the network.

The intern will work principally with the Early Career Technician Network leads, the Head of Technical Development (Social Science) and the Senior Research Culture Manager to:

• Support the dissemination of events and activities for the network.

• Create social media and marketing content and materials for the network.

• Circulate communications about the network activities.

Hours and Place of Work

The role is advertised at 7 hours (1 day) per week for until 30 June 2027. Hours and working pattern are negotiable for the right candidate (averaging no more than 7 hours a week over the duration of the contract). The role will largely be able to be undertaken remotely, however, the successful candidate will need to be able to attend occasional meetings on the Lower Mountjoy site, especially in the first few weeks. The candidate will be expected to provide their own laptop.

Essential Requirements 

• Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build relationships quickly and effectively.

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Experience of using creative software for example Canva / Adobe products.

• The ability to respond to and action feedback.

• An understanding and appreciation of the importance of technical professionals within higher education