September 28, 2016
The ABC is looking for applicants from regional areas for the inaugural Darren Osborne regional science cadetship.
The journalism cadetship is named in honour of the ABC’s “science news geek”, who died of brain cancer in 2015.
Aspiring science reporters currently based in regional Australia have been invited to apply.
ABC News Director Gaven Morris said the cadetship was looking to find someone with Darren’s qualities as a science journalist and communicator.
“Darren could take science and space topics that might otherwise be baffling and make them exciting and interesting to the broadest possible audiences – always with a sparkle in his eyes and an enthusiastic smile,” Mr Morris said.
“A passion for science, a dedication to quality journalism, a love for the ABC and its audiences and outstanding integrity – these were Darren’s qualities and those we’re seeking in the winner of the cadetship that bears his name.”
The cadetship is an “early career” opportunity for someone with a passion for science and an interest in telling stories that connect with Australians, about anything from astronomy to zoology.
The successful cadet will spend six months working within RN’s Science Unit in Ultimo, developing an ability to create high quality, compelling content for a variety of ABC audio and digital platforms, including the ABC News website.
ABC RN is seeking applications from people currently residing in regional Australia and looking to relocate to Sydney for six months.
The ABC will contribute towards relocation costs as well as two weeks accommodation to help the successful applicant settle into Sydney.
Applications are open until Sunday October 29, 2017.
More information is available on the ABC website
