Head of Communications and Marketing (m/f/d) Munich Quantum Valley gGmbH

The Munich Quantum Valley (MQV) gGmbH (www.munich-quantum-valley.de) is a non-profit organization supported by the Bavarian state government as part of the Hightech Agenda Bavaria. Its mission is to develop quantum computing demonstrators based on superconducting qubits and neutral atoms and to make them available for applications in science and industry.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Head of Communications and Marketing (m/f/d) to strategically expand our international reach and to cement our position as a thought leader in the global quantum community.

Head of Communications and Marketing

Your responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a holistic communications strategy across all key channels.
• Manage and further develop our social media channels, website, and newsletter.
• Draft press releases and maintain media contacts.
• Create an annual communications plan in close coordination with senior management and the management board.
• Coordinate the creation of content (text, images, and video as needed) for online and print formats.
• Build up and implement an integrated strategy for brand visibility and thought leadership in the quantum space. This involves leading the creation of high-quality publications (e.g., whitepapers, policy briefs) in cooperation with prestigious academic and industry partners.
• As part of annual event planning, organize and execute high-profile events (e.g., MQV summits, executive roundtables, fundraising campaigns), and represent MQV at relevant national and international conferences and trade shows together with the outreach team.
• Oversee and coordinate all internal and external communications activities, and analyze and report on marketing metrics.
• Identify and evaluate research findings in quantum science, and translate them into accessible journalistic formats and presentation styles for original content published across the web portal, affiliated websites, social media channels, and press releases.
• Monitor and evaluate media trends.

Your qualifications:

• Advanced University Degree (Master’s or PhD) in communication, marketing, media, or a comparable field.
• Proven professional experience in marketing or public relations, ideally in the non-profit and/or research sector.
• Strategic thinking and a hands-on approach.
• Excellent writing and communication skills in English and German.
• Experience with social media, CMS systems, and common marketing tools.
• Alignment with the values and goals of a non-profit and research organization.

What we offer in return:

• A curiosity-driven, technology-focused research and development environment with an international team of scientists and researchers in the growing MQV gGmbH and its partner institutions.
• The opportunity to shape the highly dynamic and productive MQV quantum computing landscape in Munich, one of the leading centers for quantum technologies.
• A dynamic, multidisciplinary environment at the Garching Research Campus, one of Europe's most advanced centers for education, research, development and entrepreneurship with internationally renowned institutes in the field of quantum technologies.
• A competitive salary in accordance with TV-L, tailored to reflect your experience, qualifications and skill level.
• An interdisciplinary working environment with opportunities for further development.

Data protection. When you apply for a position with the MQV gGmbH, you are submitting personal information. Please take note of the data protection information on collecting and processing personal data contained in your application in accordance with Art. 13 of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). By submitting your application, you confirm that you have acknowledged the above data protection information of the MQV gGmbH. The position is to be filled as soon as possible and will remain open until September 30, 2026. If you would like to apply or have any further questions, please submit your relevant documents, quoting the following reference number ‘111’ to recruiting@munich-quantum-valley.de.