Staff Writer, Science - TechRadar

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The Team You'll Join

Our team is made up of talented writers and editors, all of whom love the tech they write about and are dedicated to being the authority on the subject. So whether we're explaining the latest robotics advances or finding the nuance of a product that nobody else has seen, TechRadar is your portal to help you navigate the world of technology.

In particular, you'll work closely with the Science Editor and the Managing Editor, News.

What you'll do

Reporting to the Managing Editor, News, you'll produce daily stories on science and futurism, covering everything from space exploration to robotics and from quantum computing to biotech.

The job will be a varied one: on a given day you could be doing everything from live-blogging a NASA launch, to covering a developing news story, to writing an in-depth feature or organising and conducting an interview.

You may also get the chance to attend events and conferences, as well as trade shows; these will sometimes involve travelling. You may also be required to work weekends and evenings for key events (with prior consultation with your editor).

What you'll bring

• An adaptable approach
• Strong written and communication skills
• Ability to work on own initiative and deliver copy to tight deadlines
• Excellent time management skills
• Inquisitiveness - look for new ways to engage readers

What we offer

• Uncapped leave
• Enhanced parental leave
• Discounted rates with Dental care and Private Medical care
• When we hit our targets, enjoy a share of our profits with a bonus
• Refer a friend scheme - with payment following the successful hire.
• Well-being support with access to our Colleague Assistant Programmes
• Opportunity to purchase shares in Future, with our Share Incentive Plan
• Salary sacrifice Pension scheme up to 5% match
• Free drinks and snacks in our offices

The expected range for this role is £29,000 - £35,000.

This is a hybrid role, working 3 days per week from our Bath Office, 2 from home

Internal job family level: Editorial 7 (E7)

Inclusion and Diversity at Future

At Future, we're working to attract, retain and foster diverse talent, educating our colleagues in the importance of diversity, and review our internal processes so that they remain as free from bias as possible. We recognise that, in order to reach diverse communities through our content, we must first ensure ours is a culture in which diversity can thrive.

Find out more about Our Future, Our Responsibility on our website.

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