Communications and Engagement Lead

This post is fixed term and full time (35 hours per week) however, part-time working hours may be considered subject to discussion and agreement. 

This post is to cover maternity leave for up to 12 months or until the substantive postholder returns.

Please Note: The University would consider a secondment opportunity for this post. Internal applicants should seek clearance for release for secondment from their employers / line manager before making a formal application.

The University of Glasgow has been changing the world for more than 570 years, and today we are one of the world's top 100 universities. We are delighted to have recently been awarded Scottish University of the Year by the Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024.

Our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, and our past achievements inspire our current world changers.

We have an exciting opportunity for Communications and Engagement Lead to join the School of Infection & Immunity. This role is central to developing and implementing the communications and public engagement strategy for the MRC-University of Glasgow Centre for Virus Research (CVR), strengthening internal and external communication, building capacity, developing partnerships, and promoting our work.

The position involves planning, coordinating, delivering and evaluating the CVR’s communication strategy and supporting CVR staff and students in delivering their own public engagement activities. This role offers a valuable opportunity to gain experience within the University of Glasgow and to contribute meaningfully during a defined period, with access to the University’s excellent professional development opportunities, benefits, and supportive working environment.

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered following the successful completion of the probationary period. This would normally involve a minimum of three days on Campus, with up to two days working from home.

Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to Parini Mankad at Parini.Mankad@glasgow.ac.uk

Apply online at: www.jobs.gla.ac.uk/job/communications-and-engagement-lead-5891126

Closing date: 23:45 on Thursday 14^th May 2026

The University of Glasgow has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. If you require a Skilled Worker visa to work in the UK, you will be required to meet the eligibility requirements of the visa route to be assigned a Certificate of Sponsorship.

Please note that this post (full time hours) may be eligible to be sponsored under the Skilled Worker visa route if tradeable points can be used under the Skilled Worker visa rules. For more information please visit: www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.

We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity.

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