Company Description

At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, physicists and engineers are probing the fundamental structure of the universe. Using the world's largest and most complex scientific instruments, they study the basic constituents of matter - fundamental particles that are made to collide together at close to the speed of light. The process gives physicists clues about how particles interact, and provides insights into the fundamental laws of nature. Find out more on http://home.cern.

Job Description

Introduction

Are you a science communicator with a passion for cutting-edge technologies, entrepreneurship, innovation, societal and industrial applications? Are you at ease with different communication styles and audiences, ranging from C-level executives to political stakeholders, scientists, entrepreneurs, engineers, medical doctors? If so, then CERN is looking for you!

You will join the Communication, Marketing and Training section of the Knowledge Transfer (KT) Group. The Group is in charge of identifying and realizing opportunities for CERN's know-how to be applied in fields other than particle physics, in order to maximize the impact of CERN technologies and expertise on society (in particular through industry) and to fuel innovation.

Functions

As Communication and Marketing Officer, you will:

• Participate in updating and implementing the KT communication strategy, geared in particular towards industry;
• Lead the communication, marketing, and campaign efforts for IPT Department and the KT Group, overseeing both digital and print content creation;
• Collaborate with CERN’s Education, Communication, and Outreach Group to align strategies and efforts;
• Create high-quality printed and digital communication and marketing materials, including annual reports, brochures, presentations, newsletters, posters, and social media posts. Responsibilities include identifying optimal distribution channels, gathering technical input, liaising with external partners, writing and proofreading content, producing audiovisual material, and developing final graphic products;
• Identify, maintain, and develop tools for marketing CERN technologies and expertise;
• Develop and maintain the KT websites and their content;
• Expand and strengthen KT’s presence on social media.

Qualifications

Master's degree or equivalent relevant experience in the field of science/technology, complemented by a degree in science communication and/or marketing or a related field.

Experience:

Required:

• Experience in professional communication and/or marketing related to science, technology, industry, knowledge and technology transfer, entrepreneurial activities, B2B marketing, preferably in an international environment;
• Proven track record in science and technology writing tailored to diverse audiences and stakeholders;
• Experience in a variety of areas including content creation, and development of audiovisual and marketing materials; formulating communication strategies; digital marketing; graphic design software; social media campaign management; evaluation and monitoring of communication and marketing efforts; report writing; event planning; public relations and enhancing public understanding of science.

Desirable:

• Experience with website design, implementation and maintenance (WordPress).

Technical competencies:

• Strategic communications planning;
• Brand management, including the use of social media platforms for brand building, audience engagement, and performance analysis;
• Science communications;
• Drafting and writing of official documents: ,including text editing and proof-reading;
• Internal communications.

Behavioural competencies:

• Achieving results: delivering high quality work on time and fulfilling expectations; having a structured and organised approach towards work; being able to set priorities and plan tasks with results in mind; driving work / projects along and seeing them through to their conclusion.
• Working in teams: building and maintaining constructive and effective work relationships.
• Communicating effectively: delivering presentations in a structured and clear way; adjusting style and content to the audience; responding calmly and confidently to questions; checking to ensure that the message has been well understood; expressing opinions, ideas and suggestions with conviction and in a logical/structured manner; keeping to the point.
• Learning and sharing knowledge: sharing knowledge and expertise freely and willingly with others; coaching others to ensure knowledge transfer.
• Demonstrating flexibility: demonstrating openness to new ideas and situations; adapting quickly and resourcefully to shifting priorities and requirements.

Language skills:

• Excellent command of English for professional communication, including drafting content for publications and official documents, as well as making oral presentations.
• The knowledge of the French language or the willingness to acquire this rapidly would be an advantage.

Additional Information

Eligibility and closing date:

Diversity has been an integral part of CERN's mission since its foundation and is an established value of the Organization. Employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We welcome applications from all Member States and Associate Member States.

This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than September 10, 2024 by 23:59.

Employment Conditions

Contract type: Limited duration contract (5 years). Subject to certain conditions, holders of limited-duration contracts may apply for an indefinite position.

Job grade: 6-7

Job reference: IPT-KT-CT-2024-117-LD

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