Science communication training and coaching

I help research institutions, scientists and communications teams translate complex work into clear, meaningful content that reaches key stakeholders. Through practical workshops and tailored 1-on-1 coaching, I support teams in sharpening their message, streamlining editorial workflows and doing more with existing resources.

Are you equipped for high-impact research communications?

Even highly skilled research and communications teams frequently face challenges when developing their work:

Complex messaging and jargon: your skills in translating technical material into clear, accessible commentary need constant attention.
Workflow bottlenecks: your team faces constant content demands while navigating complex review processes and editorial pipelines.
Platform uncertainty: researchers who want to engage online often lack confidence navigating digital spaces like LinkedIn or Bluesky effectively.
Inconsistent output: variable writing styles and storytelling standards across teams can lead to diluted messages or missed content opportunities.

Training and coaching services

Whether working directly with research staff or training and coaching communications teams, I offer tailored support designed specifically for complex research environments.

Interactive workshops

Science writing and storytelling: practical training on stripping away jargon, framing key messages and producing engaging editorial content for different audiences.
Digital and social media strategy: hands-on guidance for navigating evolving channels to build authority and share research findings.

Coaching for researchers and communications staff

1-on-1 mentoring for researchers: personal coaching and support to help researchers refine their written voice, improve digital strategy and prepare for public outreach.
1-on-1 mentoring for communications staff: a supportive ear to help staff build skills and confidence in digital communications from someone who has led and developed high-performing and award-winning teams.

Process and capacity optimisation

Workflow evaluation: reviewing existing editorial pipelines to identify and suggest new ways to develop digital content.
Frameworks and templates: assisting comms teams in establishing clear review frameworks, style guidelines and templates to produce authentic content more efficiently.

Who is this for?

Communication Directors and Heads of Department: seeking to upskill internal staff, eliminate editorial bottlenecks and build sustainable capacity.
Research Institutes and Universities: wanting to empower scientists to represent their work authentically and navigate sensitive topics in digital spaces.
Doctoral training centres and research hubs: needing practical, structured science communications training for early-career researchers.

Work with me if you want...

A deep understanding of research environments. Holding a PhD myself, I understand and appreciate the institutional, political and technical nuances of different research environments.
Practical and actionable outcomes. Workshops and coaching focus on real-world exercises, clear tools and actionable techniques rather than abstract theory.
A supportive partner and listener with proven experience building, leading and developing digital communication teams within complex research institutions.