University of Nottingham
Food Systems Institute Communications and Marketing Manager
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Area
Science
Location
Sutton Bonington
Salary
£35,608 to £47,389 per annum pro-rata depending on skills and experience.
Closing Date
Thursday 22 October 2026
Reference
SCI081526
About The Role
The University of Nottingham's Food Systems Institute (FSI) is seeking an experienced and creative Communications and Marketing Manager to raise the profile of our world-leading research and innovation activities.
Working closely with academics, researchers and professional services colleagues, you will lead the development and delivery of communications, engagement and marketing strategies that showcase the impact of our research and strengthen our reputation nationally and internationally. You will translate complex scientific research into engaging content for a wide range of audiences, managing campaigns across digital and traditional channels, delivering events, and supporting stakeholder engagement activities.
A key aspect of the role will be promoting commercial services and opportunities linked to our new Agri-Food and Drink Innovation Gateway, helping businesses connect with the University's expertise, facilities and innovation support.
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This is an exciting opportunity to shape the voice and visibility of a growing institute tackling some of the world's most significant food system challenges.
About The Team
The Food Systems Institute brings together leading researchers from across disciplines to address complex food system challenges through collaboration, innovation and impact. You will work as part of a small, ambitious and supportive team while collaborating extensively with colleagues across the University, including External Relations, Research and Innovation, the Food Innovation Centre, and academic departments.
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where different perspectives are valued and where colleagues feel supported to contribute, develop and succeed.
About You
You will have:
- Experience in communications, marketing or public engagement, ideally within a science, research or innovation environment.
- Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.
- Experience of developing websites, digital content and multi-channel campaigns.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
- Excellent planning and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
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What We Offer
- A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment
- A hybrid working arrangement with the blended approach of home and office working each week
- Generous holiday entitlement of 30 days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year.
- Our reward scheme grants bonuses of numerous values for excellent work
- We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities
- You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, to find out more follow the link to our benefits website
What Next
Further information is available in the role profile. To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details.
This is a permanent role. Your working hours will be full time (36.25 hours per week). Job share arrangements may be considered.
Please contact Peter Noy (peter.noy@nottingham.ac.uk) if you have further questions about this role. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.
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