Volunteers needed for the Biology Big Top summer events!

Get out of the lecture theatre/lab/hospital for a day of fun, interactive science– an opportunity to increase awareness about your work, whilst adding science communication experience to your CV! The Society for Endocrinology is looking for volunteers from all career stages to help out at two different events taking place this summer:Lancashire Science Festival - This event explores all things STEM during a three-day event in Central Lancashire which hosted over 200 events last year.Where:The University of Central Lancashire’s Preston CampusWhen:29 June– 1 July 2017Lambeth Country Show - Being one of the biggest public events in the UK– it saw over 170,000 visitors last year!– this show brings together country show attractions, arts, music, science and sustainability.Where:Brockwell Park, LondonWhen:15–16 July 2017The Society for Endocrinology, together with other learned societies, will be delivering a range of hands-on activities suitable for all at both of these events.Volunteers must be able to travel to the venue within a day and can expect to work approximately 9.30am–4 pm in 2h shifts. The Society for Endocrinology will provide a full briefing on activities, standard travel expenses and lunch on the day.Take this opportunity to hone your public engagement skills whilst having fun– If you need convincing,have a listen to past event volunteers and what they thought.If you’d like to ...
Source: Society for Endocrinology - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news