Web Editor

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Joining New Zealand's largest Crown Research Institute could mean the difference between a good career and a great one. As world leaders in pastoral research, you'll find discovery and innovation is in our DNA, which means world-class opportunities for you to make your mark. We're also committed to providing our team with flexibility, a great environment and the opportunity to enjoy their life away from work - so they (and you) can get on with the business of breakthroughs.

Web Editor

AgResearch is the scientific link between the past and a better future a future where our research will improve the quality of life and the environment around us in a responsible and sustainable way.

AgResearch is seeking a creative, energetic self-starter for our newly-created Web editor position. Our company is involved in R&D focused on the Pastoral Industry in New Zealand and Internationally. We are seeking a person with a vision for growing our Web site and the initiative and experience to get it done. Ideally you will have a degree in English or Journalism, some experience in an editorial web position and be detail-oriented and be willing to stay abreast of web-industry trends and social networking tools. Excellent research and writing skills are a must and the ability to interact with and communicate to a wide range of both research staff and customers is essential. The successful candidate will have the ability to recognize content with strong potential audience interest.

This is a 2 year fixed term contract that would suit a recent graduate who wants to make their mark in online journalism.

AgResearch Invermay (near Dunedin) will provide you with a dynamic and friendly working environment.

Applications close Wednesday 21 October 2009.