Scientific Content Specialist in Manchester

We are seeking a Scientific Content Specialist to join our Manchester office. As part of our global Corporate Communications team, you will play a key role in developing and executing content strategies that effectively engage and inform key stakeholders. You will contribute to a wide range of scientific communication initiatives, including content development, podcast production, and media relations, helping to strengthen our global communications efforts. This is a full-time, in-office role based in our Manchester city centre office, which is located next to Piccadilly Gardens in Manchester.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in the development and execution of always-on campaigns.
• Support the development and implementation of major campaigns.
• Propose multi-channel (blog and social media) and multi-format (long-form articles, text, video, podcast) content ideas that support campaign objectives.
• Conduct research to develop multi-channel and multi-format content ideas that strengthen MDPI’s brand.
• Ensure timely publishing, sharing, and promotion of content across relevant channels.
• Contribute to the creation of at least four blog posts per month.
• Participate in relevant team meetings covering key topics such as workload planning, SEO, content strategy, campaigns, and performance metrics.
• Review articles from other contributors as part of the peer-review process.
• Undertake additional communications and content-related tasks as required.

What We’re Looking For

• PhD in any field required.
• 2+ years of experience developing, coordinating, or creating content in a business environment.
• Native-level English proficiency; additional language skills are a plus.
• Familiarity with Microsoft O365.
• Basic understanding of key social media platforms (Facebook, X/Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube) for business use; prior content creation experience is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of promotion and marketing strategies.
• Experience using blogging platforms such as WordPress, Substack, Medium, or similar.
• Intermediate knowledge of content creation and communication best practices.
• Intermediate knowledge of SEO best practices.

Benefits

• Flexible Working Times: You are able to start work anytime between 7-9am, and finish between 3pm-6pm.
• Special Days Off: Getting married or moving house? No need to use up your holidays, MDPI offer paid time off for such occasions.
• Our Culture: A friendly working environment with monthly lunch parties, office snacks and seasonal events.
• Bonus Incentives: Depending on your role, you may be eligible for one of our bonus schemes which rewards high-performing employees.
• Perkbox: You will have access to our benefit platform called “Perkbox.” This will provide you with a range of discounts and benefits across various retailers, including savings on food, drinks, tech, travel, and more.
• Health Cash Plan: After passing probation, employees are enrolled into our private health membership with Bupa. You can claim money back on dental, doctors, and prescriptions amongst many other health services.
• Modern City Centre Office: Located next to Piccadilly Gardens, our office is a 10 minute walk from both Manchester Piccadilly and Manchester Oxford Road train stations. There are also tram stops outside of the building.
• Cyclescheme: Save between 25-39% on a bike and accessories.
• Techscheme: Save up to 10% on tax when purchasing tech equipment from places such as Ikea and Currys.