Do you want to put science in the headlines?

If you do then the British Science Association Media Fellowships are for you. The British Science Association Media Fellowships provide a unique opportunity for practising scientists, clinicians and engineers to spend three to six weeks working at the heart of a media outlet such as the Guardian, the BBC or Nature News. Last year STFC supported two Fellows, Natalie Starkey and Simon Redfern , you can read about their experiences here: http://www.stfc.ac.uk/3023.aspx
Discover first-hand how science is reported by spending 3-6 weeks on a summer placement with a press, broadcast or online journalist such as the Guardian, The Times or BBC.

You will work with them to produce well informed, newsworthy pieces about developments in science.
Come away better equipped to communicate your research to the media, public and your colleagues.
You will develop communication skills that could help you produce concise and engaging articles and funding applications.
For details about the scheme, including eligibility and online application form, visit the British Science Association webpage
Application deadline: 16 March 2014

Web link: http://www.britishscienceassociation.org/science-society/media-fellowships

For further details or information please contact:

Neville Hollingworth
Public Engagement Team
Science and Technology Facilities Council
Polaris House
North Star Avenue
Swindon
SN2 1SZ
T. 01793 442175
E. neville.hollingworth@stfc.ac.uk

Or
Mónica Lobo
Science in Society Manager
British Science Association
Wellcome Wolfson Building
165 Queen’s Gate
London SW7 5HD
T: +44 (0)20 7019 4939
F: +44 (0)20 7581 6587
E: monica.lobo@britishscienceassociation.org
Website: www.britishscienceassociation.org
Twitter: @TheSiSTeam