Communications and Engagement Manager (Bennett Institute for Applied Data Science)

University of Oxford
Oxford
3 months ago
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Communications and Engagement Manager (Bennett Institute for Applied Data Science)

Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford


Led by Professor Ben Goldacre, The Bennett Institute builds tools that transform NHS data into better patient care. Our OpenSAFELY platform revolutionised pandemic research. Our OpenPrescribing tool helps 20,000 NHS professionals monthly. We are open source, multidisciplinary, rigorous, transparent, and unafraid to challenge conventional thinking.


Based within the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences – one of the world's leading academic primary care centres – you will work at the intersection of data science, healthcare innovation and public engagement. You will join our established communications team while having real influence over Bennett Institute strategy.


This is a three‑year fixed‑term contract in the first instance.


What you will do

  • Transform complex data science into stories that build public trust.
  • Coordinate our Critical Friend Network, ensuring diverse communities shape how NHS data serves them.
  • Create content for everyone from GPs to government ministers.
  • Plan meaningful public engagement that invites real participation.
  • Make our methods as open as our code—explaining complex processes in plain English.

You bring

  • Proven public engagement experience with demonstrable impact.
  • Exceptional writing that makes complexity accessible.
  • Diplomatic skills to influence senior stakeholders.
  • Professional social media and CMS experience.
  • Health sector experience helps, but is not essential.

We offer

  • Real influence over nationally important work.
  • Flexible hybrid working from our Oxford base.
  • 38 days' leave (pro‑ra), plus generous pension and benefits.
  • A team that values doing as much as thinking.
  • Professional development in world‑class research environment.

The department holds a Gold Athena SWAN award and actively champions diversity.


Applications for this vacancy are to be made online and you will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description. Please do not attach any manuscripts, papers, transcripts, mark sheets or certificates as these will not be considered as part of your application.


Closing date for applications: 12:00 noon on Friday 12 December 2025.


Interviews are expected to be held during the week commencing 12 January 2026.


Contact Person: HR Team
Vacancy ID: 182139
Contact Email:
Pay Scale: STANDARD GRADE 7
Salary (£): 39,424 - 47,779 per annum with a discretionary range to £51,983 per annum (pro‑ra)


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