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# Blog Editor -The Applied Ecologist

- **Company:** BRITISH ECOLOGICAL SOCIETY
- **Location:** UK (Remote available)
- **Salary:** £32,985.0
- **Contract:** Voluntary work
- **Skills:** Video Editing, WordPress
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5855630055

## About the Role

* PhD in ecology or equivalent, * Excellent written English
 * Effective and clear communication
 * Keen eye for detail
 * Good organisational and project management skills
 * Ability to work independently and as part of a team
 * Ability to network and a willingness to use this when working on topical blog posts
 * Ability to identify gaps in current content and devise new initiatives
 * Tenacity and self-motivation
 * Experience of contributing to a scientific blog or similar desired, but not essential
 * Experience with social media desired, but not essential
 * Experience with podcasting and video editing desired, but not essential

## Description

The Blog Editors will gain experience in commissioning, editing and publishing new content for the blog, receive dedicated training on bespoke software such as Canva and WordPress, contribute to the journal's social media accounts, and have access to articles making advances

in the field. The role also offers excellent opportunities to work and network with individuals outside of their immediate subject area.

This is a voluntary position, with the Blog Editor working remotely from wherever they are based. The role is anticipated to require in the region of 8 -10 hours per month, with the Blog Editor deciding how to best fit this in around their other commitments.

We welcome applicants who have completed, or are in the process of completing their PhD, to apply.
Applicants can be based anywhere in the world.

Responsibilities

The Blog Editor will be expected to commission or write 2-3 blog posts per month, including:

 * Posts by authors on their recently published articles o Blog series, for example, 'Field Diaries' and 'Restoring Landscapes'
 * Broader pieces on trends or debates in fields covered by the journal or community-focused pieces.
 * For commissioned posts, the Blog Editor will proofread and edit draft posts before they are published to ensure that they meet the quality requirements and fit with the style and tone of the blog. Guidance and support will be provided by the journal's Assistant Editor.
 * The Blog Editor will assist with copy-editing and publishing of research summaries on an ad-hoc basis.
 * There will be a monthly online meeting to discuss upcoming plans and develop new ideas for the blog.
 * The Blog Editor will provide copy for promoting blog posts on social media accounts and actively help promote social media posts
 * When attending relevant conferences, meetings, workshops, etc. the Blog Editor may also be asked to promote the journal and blog. Materials will be provided for this.


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