New Scientist seeks science graduates for new blog

Recent graduates looking to expand their science writing skills might be interested in this.

New Scientist is looking for recent science, technology or engineering graduates interested in blogging throughout the year about their experiences of life after University.

They are launching a new area of their website specifically for students in September 2009, and, according to their ad copy. "One of the things we'd like to do is help students understand what life is like after graduation."

We're looking for recent graduates to blog for us throughout the year about their experiences of life after university. You may be entering the world of work, going into further study or taking time out for some other exciting adventure.

If you are a keen blogger, happy to share your experiences about life after graduation to inform and inspire our student audience in exchange for the experience of writing for New Scientist, we'd like to hear from you.

Full details and how to apply can be found on their website.

Job advert: Nuffield Council on Bioethics seeks board member

The Nuffield Council on Bioethics examines the ethical issues raised
by advances in biological and medical research to promote public
understanding and assist policy makers. The Council is seeking
applications for a new Council member for its board with experience in
the media, communications and/or public engagement.

Applications are invited in the form of a brief statement of interest
accompanied by a short curriculum vitae. The closing date for
submissions is 2 October 2009.

Applications and any queries should be sent to Carol Perkins at
cperkins@nuffieldbioethics or please phone 020 7681 9619. Further
information is available at http://www.nuffieldbioethics.org.