Science Writer & Communications Officer - Remote

Job Title

Science Writer & Communications Officer at Front Line Genomics

Remuneration

£30,000-£36,000 salary dependent on experience, plus a £2,500+ uncapped bonus dependent on overall business performance. Prospects for progression are excellent.

How to Apply

Send a covering letter and CV to Rich Lumb at [email protected]. Applications via LinkedIn will not be considered. We kindly ask you to write your covering letter in your own words (not AI).

Application Deadline

This position is available immediately.

Role Overview

You will be responsible for developing and executing Front Line Genomics’ content strategy, with a strong focus on generating high-value, interview-led and written content that delivers unique insights beyond what can be accessed through AI and publicly available sources.

This is a hugely varied and interesting role, with excellent development and progression prospects. It suits someone who loves science, is scientifically curious, loves speaking with scientists, will enjoy uncovering and presenting intelligence that supports our social mission, has good commercial awareness, can write, edit and proof, and wants to work remotely as part of a close-knit, intelligent and friendly team.

Reporting To:

Founder & CEO, Richard Lumb

Working Location:

The role is based remotely, with 1 day in London per month, plus attendance of Festivals in London and Boston. You can be based anywhere in the UK.

The Company

At Front Line Genomics we have a simple social mission: to deliver the benefits of genomics to patients faster. We were set up following the death of the CEO’s father from a rare form of cancer, and we have a deep desire to improve the lives of patients and the general public. Our social mission is our priority, but we are a for-profit, commercial organisation. Our team culture is extremely important to us.

At Front Line Genomics, we support people working in healthcare organisations, academia/research and pharmaceutical companies to make better use of genomics, other omics and biodata. We also support technology companies, investors, government officials and patient organisations.

We have three core products:

1. Website and related content. The Front Line Genomics website (www.frontlinegenomics.com) (plus newsletters and social channels). Our content, designed to educate, inspire and engage, includes interviews, written articles, small reports and more.

2. Events: The Festival of Genomics & Biodata in London (8,000+ attendees, the largest life sciences event in the UK/Europe) and Boston (2,000+ attendees). Plus, a series of Leader’s Exchanges - boardroom-style meetings of senior scientific professionals.

3. Digital products: These include webinar series and reports.

We operate close to the centre of genomics in the UK and beyond, partnering with Genomics England, the NHS, Cancer Research UK plus other organisations, to help deliver our social mission. Our commercial partners include large multinationals such as Google, AWS, Microsoft, Nvidia, Illumina, Thermo Fisher Scientific, QIAGEN, plus 100+ boutique life sciences companies.

The opportunities for growth (career, earnings and experience) within our business are excellent. We have an impressive track-record and ambitious, achievable plans.

Key Responsibilities

This is a broad and varied role, with lots of opportunity for future development:

1. Content Strategy and Editorial Planning

- Develop and execute a structured, forward-looking content plan aligned with Front Line Genomics’ strategic priorities.

- Ensure content is timely, relevant, and captures the “zeitgeist” of the industry.

2. Interview-Led Content Development

- Lead the development of an interview-driven content model, delivering approximately five interviews per week across multiple formats.

- Conduct interviews across formats including:

- Extract high-value, proprietary insights that differentiates Front Line Genomics’ content from AI-generated information.

3. Website Ownership and Content Management

- Oversee and manage the Front Line Genomics website (WordPress).

- Publish and manage all content on the website, ensuring consistency and quality.

- Maintain accurate and up-to-date company information on the website

- Leverage the website as a central platform to promote all Front Line Genomics activities and products.

4. Newsletter Strategy and Execution

- Own the development, writing, and distribution of the Front Line Genomics newsletter.

- Define and evolve the newsletter’s value proposition to ensure it is engaging, distinctive, and aligned with the brand voice.

- Monitor and optimise key performance metrics.

5. Editorial Quality Control (Proofing and Editing)

- Act as the final editorial and proofing checkpoint for much of the content and marketing material produced across the organisation.

- Ensure all output is accurate, clear, consistent, and aligned with Front Line Genomics’ tone and standards.

6. Marketing and Social Media Support

- On occasion, support in developing high-quality written content for marketing and social media activities:

- Support the development of a content-rich social media strategy that reflects Front Line Genomics’ proximity to its audience.

- Create content that drives engagement, strengthens brand positioning, and supports conversion objectives.

7. Commercial Alignment and Content Repurposing

- Working closely with the marketing and sales teams to align content output with marketing and commercial objectives, supporting lead generation and audience development.

- Develop content that can be repurposed across multiple formats and channels.

8. Integration with Events and Reports

- Where it makes sense to do so, align content/interview schedules with Front Line Genomics’ wider product portfolio.

- Support the amplification of these products through targeted, relevant content.

9. Leader’s Exchange Report Production

- Oversee the development of Leader’s Exchange reports in collaboration with the production team.

- Ensure effective capture of insights from Leader’s Exchange meetings.

10. Performance Tracking and Reporting

- Monitor and analyse performance across content channels.

- Provide regular reports and actionable insights to inform content strategy and business decisions.

11. Industry Awareness and Thought Leadership

- Stay up to date with developments in genomics, biodata, AI, and the broader life sciences landscape.

- Identify emerging trends and translate them into content opportunities.

12. Use of Technology and AI

- Actively explore and implement new technologies, including AI and large language models.

- Identify ways to combine human insight (interviews) with AI capabilities to create differentiated content.

13. Assisting with The Festival of Genomics & Biodata

- In addition to some marketing support, helping run events onsite (for example running theatres during the Festivals) and being responsible for some post-event activities (as required).

Ideal candidate profile

- Education: A first or 2.1 bachelor’s degree in a biological sciences subject. This is a must have. A master’s degree or PhD is a plus.

- Experience: A minimum of 2 years-experience in a life sciences writing, interviewing and proofing/editing role.

- A LOVE of science: You are probably that person who bores family and friends in the pub with news of exciting scientific breakthroughs.

- Communications: Strong background in science writing, journalism, or life sciences communication.

- Interviewing: Excellent interviewing skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and extract valuable insights.

- Writing and proofing: Exceptional writing, editing and proofreading abilities, with high attention to detail.

- Topic knowledge: Strong understanding of genomics, life sciences or related technical fields.

- Website/content platforms: Experience managing digital content platforms (e.g., WordPress).

- Other tools: Familiarity with tools such as Canva, HubSpot, Google Analytics and SEO best practices.

- Organised: Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

- Analytical: Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret content performance data.

- Commercial: Commercial awareness and understanding of how content supports marketing and revenue generation.

Other Relevant Info

· Annual Leave. A total of 33-34 days per year, including 25 days of bookable annual leave, plus 8 public holidays, plus your birthday (upon completion of a 3-month probationary period).

· Pension. Contributory group pension scheme upon three months of employment.

· Remote working. You will work remotely, with just 1 day per month in London (you will need to travel to London at your own expense for monthly meetups).

· Flexible working. Our core hours are 9.00-5.30, but you can amend these hours to fit around other commitments, appointments and activities. No unreasonable requests are denied.

· Event travel required. To both London and Boston Festivals.

· Family-friendly policies including flexibility around working schedules (for example, to handle school runs and appointments), and the opportunity to reduce working hours at certain times.

· Culture. We are a small, close-knit team, with a strong focus on team culture. Our core values are Transparency, Positivity, Commitment to Excellence, Friendliness and Every Idea Counts. More information about our culture will be shared with you during the recruitment process.

Responding to Unsuccessful Applicants

Due to the large number of applicants we often get, we are typically unable to respond to applicants who do not reach the first round. We notify and provide feedback to anyone who was successful at the initial stage but does not make it through to the next round of the interview process.