Science Engagement Manager
Listed on 2026-09-04
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Management
Client Relationship Management, Healthcare Management
- Science Engagement Manager, International Centre for Life
Hours:
Full-time (37 hours per week) permanent
The International Centre for Life is a thriving science hub in the heart of Newcastle. Its purpose is to inspire everyone to explore and enjoy science and to provide a world class science hub where life enhancing engagement, research and clinical treatment can thrive. Life is home to NHS clinics as well as scientists and researchers from Newcastle University. Life Science Centre is at the heart of this ‘circle of science’ and aspires to be most accessible and inclusive visitor attraction in the UK.
It has an international reputation for its work in sensory engagement.
We’re looking for a Science Engagement Manager to lead and support the delivery of high-quality visitor engagement across our science centre. You’ll coach and support our Explainers, who are a key part of the visitor experience team to deliver confident, welcoming and inclusive face-to-face engagement, working closely with Duty Managers to ensure a consistently great visitor experience.
You’ll collaborate with colleagues to understand visitor feedback, help shape science engagement ideas, and line manage the Lead Maker and Science Engagement Laboratory Technician. This role will require weekend working and some evening work.
You’ll bring experience of facilitating and coaching teams, delivering science-related content for different audiences, and working in a busy visitor‑facing environment. A genuine interest in STEM, strong interpersonal skills, and a flexible approach to work are essential. A degree (or equivalent) in a science or relevant subject is desirable.
Life is a welcoming and friendly place to work. We offer a range of benefits to support your wellbeing, including access to wellbeing initiatives, an Employee Assistance Programme, a health cash plan with a 24/7 GP service line, and discounted car parking in the centre of Newcastle.
The successful applicant will be subject to a DBScheck. Details of ourDBSpolicy are available on request.
For further information regarding this post, please refer to the job description and person specification onour website.
The International Centre for Life is an equal opportunities employer.
Life has achieved Maintaining Excellence accreditation under the North East Better Health at Work Scheme.
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