Research Media Developer (Internal only, Fixed Term, Part time) (MED617026)

INTERNAL VACANCY

This vacancy is open to employees of the University of Nottingham only.

 

A unique and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Research Media Developer to join the Centre of Evidence Based Dermatology (CEBD) which is part of the Unit of Lifespan and Population Health within the School of Medicine. Led by Professors Kim Thomas and Hywel Williams, CEBD has an international reputation for independent research into the prevention and treatment of skin disease. You will join a dynamic and friendly team of approximately 20 staff and work with a range of clinical and non-clinical academics, researchers and other administrators. For further details visit www.nottingham.ac.uk/dermatology.

The role holder will lead the strategic visual communication of CEBD research, providing specialist technical direction to enhance impact, recruitment, and engagement. This will include supporting the RAPID Eczema Trials programme; a National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) funded applied research programme running multiple online randomised controlled trials. The role integrates inclusive design principles and dermatological expertise to bridge the gap between clinical science and public engagement, optimizing recruitment pathways and building departmental capacity. You will have responsibility for designing high-quality digital, print, and pedagogical assets, architecting complex web resources and interactive learning tools. Acting as a technical authority, responsibilities include advising on brand governance, clinical safety, and production feasibility.

The ability to translate complex clinical or scientific concepts into engaging visual narratives for lay audiences (patients, children, parents), proficiency in industry-standard design software (Adobe Creative Cloud: InDesign, Illustrator etc) to create high-quality vector graphics, animation, and print layouts and demonstrable ability to code and customise web resources using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to overcome CMS limitations and build bespoke functionality are all essential, along with a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape for public-facing research, including GDPR, Clinical Trial Ethics, and Brand Governance risks Applications are particularly welcomed from candidates with experience of working within a clinical trial or academic health environment (especially in the field of dermatology) and with demonstratable skills in leveraging AI tools for workflow efficiency.

The University of Nottingham provides generous employment packages whilst supporting the well-being of our staff to help them reach their full potential. As a university employee, you will have an excellent choice of benefits and rewards, including:

A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environmentA hybrid working arrangement with the blended approach of home and office working each weekGenerous holiday entitlement of 30 days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year.Our reward scheme grants bonuses of numerous values for excellent workWe are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunitiesYou will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits website

Further information is available in the role profile. To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details.

This role is available on a fixed term basis until 31/08/2027.  Hours of work are part-time, 28 hours per week.

Please contact Prof Kim Thomas, kim.thomas@nottingham.ac.uk if you have further questions about this role. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

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Closing Date: 18 Mar 2026
Category: Internal Only