Voice of Young Scientists are delighted to announce applications for our 17 November 'Standing up for Science' online workshop are open. We’re proud to support Early Career Researchers (ECRs) at a time when so much else is uncertain. Amid complex, polarising debates...
media
New Generation Thinkers – Applications close 4 October 2018, 16.00
The aim of the scheme is to provide a development opportunity for early career researchers to cultivate the skills to communicate their research findings to those outside the academic community. The scheme wants to find a new generation of academics who can bring the...
BBC World Service and BBC Academy seeking female academics and researchers for media training and opps
The BBC Academy, in conjunction with BBC World Service English, is holding a free media familiarisation day for women with particular expertise who are interested in appearing on video, radio and online as contributors. The BBC World Service is the world's largest...
Standing up for Science workshop, 13 April, 10am to 5pm – applications now open
Applications are now open for the popular Standing up for Science workshop, taking place at The University of Manchester, 13 April, 10am to 5pm. Find out how to make your voice heard in public debates about science. Meet researchers who have engaged with the media,...
Terrific Scientists – Closing date for submissions 30 Nov 2016
This is an amazing opportunity to engage with school children through BBC Learning. Our FMBH digital media team can help with making the videos – if you are intending on being part of this - please contact Dr Sheena Cruickshank (University Academic Lead for Public...
Introduction to the News Media – 15 November 2016
We would like to invite scientists, engineers and clinicians to our next Introduction to the News Media session - Tuesday 15 November 2016, Wellcome Collection, 183 Euston Road, London, NW1 2BE. The event will take place from 12:30 until 17:00 with drinks afterwards....
British Science Association Media Fellowship Scheme – closes 18 March 2016
Applications are now open for the British Science Association's Media Fellowship scheme. To apply for 2016's placements, please fill out the online application form by the 18 March at http://www.britishscienceassociation.org/media-fellows-applications The Media...
Become an Ask for Evidence ambassador
Sense About Science is recruiting six ambassadors to represent the Ask for Evidence campaign and give talks to different groups across society. Ask for Evidence is a public campaign that helps people request for themselves the evidence behind news stories, marketing...
BBC Media training for BAME scientists in North of England
The BBC Academy is organising a free media training/introduction to the world of broadcasting day in Salford on Thursday, the 26 February to encourage more BAME experts in the North of England to put themselves forward as experts for the media - and help increase the...
AHRC New Generation Thinker scheme
The Arts & Humanities Research Council, BBC Radio 3, and BBC Arts are looking for the UK’s next intellectual broadcasters in the arts and humanities. The New Generation Thinkers scheme is seeking innovative programme ideas, talent, and expertise from early career...
Naked Scientists Training for PhD Engineers – closes
Are you a PhD student with a desire to be a broadcaster too? Supported by The Royal Academy of Engineering, the Naked Scientists are offering candidates an opportunity to join their award-winning team to learn how to communicate science to broad audiences. Over an...
Engaging with the Media – 15 October 2014, 1-2pm, Manchester Museum, Kanaris Theatre
You don't want to miss this month's Engagement@Manchester session where explore the topic "Engaging with the Media". We hear from academics who have recently featured in the media on a range of topics from Ebola to Papyrus and we find out how the University press...
BBC seeks experts from minority groups
The BBC is extending its search for experts from ethnic minorities working in fields that are generally underrepresented in the media. The day-long events are looking for black, Asian or other ethnic minorities (BAME) who are experts in a field of their choosing. The...
Looking to kick-start a career in science media?
The Naked Scientists have an opening for an intern to join their award-winning team this summer. The successful applicant, who will also receive a cash award of £1000, will spend a period of 8 - 10 weeks gaining experience in making science radio programmes and...
Learn more about Science Media Communication with the Head of Science at the BBC!
The Faculty of Life Sciences Training Programme Presents: An Inaugural Science Media workshop with Andrew Cohen, The Head of Science at the BBC. When & Where: Thursday 22 November 2012, C16 Renold Building, 11-12pm. Bookings: Places are strictly limited, so...
BBC looking for academics
BBC North's University Challenge Anyone with an idea for a radio or TV programme for the BBC should take time to record a brief video and send it to Carolyn Bodley, the Editor for New Talent, BBC North. It might be worth Faculties/Schools getting people together to...