Living Lab Engagement Officer

College of Medical Veterinary & Life Sciences

This post is full time and open ended with funding available up until 30 September 2026.

Today, the University of Glasgow is one of the world's top 100 universities and ranked 12th in the world in the Times Higher Education (THE) World Impact Rankings 2024, demonstrating that we are not only one of the best universities in the United Kingdom, but one of the best universities for the world. Our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, and our past achievements inspire our current world changers.

Working collaboratively with the UKRI Strength in Places (SiPF) Living Laboratory consortium members and other key stakeholders, the postholder will manage the development and delivery of a programme of engagement activities, including public and community engagement, events and exhibitions and skills development/training programmes and activities.

You will support the implementation of Scottish Government’s STEM Education and Training Strategy and you will collaborate sharing best practices, enhancing programmes and providing professional support as required whilst keeping up to date with current and new educational and training techniques and methods.

Informal enquiries may be directed to Ruth Mclaughlin, Ruth.McLaughlin@glasgow.ac.uk

Closing date: 23:45 on Wednesday 18th June 2025

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