The Bernstein Coordination Site (BCOS) is a branch office of the Forschungszentrum Jülich and part of the Institute of Neuroscience and Medicine (INM). BCOS is the national and international representation of the Bernstein Network Computational Neuroscience (https://bernstein-network.de). It supports researchers in the Bernstein Network, e.g. by organizing the annual Bernstein Conference and other networking events, representing the network at international scientific conferences and offering central public relation measures. Strengthen our team in Freiburg and Jülich as

Officer for Science Communication

Your Job:

• Identifying current, neuroscientifically relevant topics and editing for multimedia usage / disposition
• Writing various texts and press releases on research in the Bernstein Network in German and English
• Maintenance of the Bernstein Network website and corporate design
• Design of print materials (e.g. Bernstein Letter, Bernstein Feature)
• Conception and production of short films displaying research in the Bernstein Network
• Preparation and postproduction of interviews (e.g. written, podcast, short films)
• Preparation and moderation of press conferences
• Development of PR and communication strategies
• Developing promotion materials for the Bernstein Network
• Maintenance of social media platforms (Twitter, LinkedIn, Vimeo)
• Supporting network members with PR and communication issues

Your Profile:

• University degree (master), e.g. in computer sciences or other technology-related fields, neurosciences, medicine, journalism, or related fields, ideally plus doctorate
• Proven expertise in writing articles on research for a lay audience
• Excellent proficiency in using applications of the Adobe Creative Suite and WordPress
• Excellent writing and communication proficiency in German and English
• Interest in layout and design
• Very independent, analytical, and structured way of working with high quality awareness
• Excellent communication skills, excellent capacity for teamwork and cooperation
• Experience with documentary films
• Willingness to travel frequently within Germany and occasionally internationally

Our Offer:

We work on the very latest issues that impact our society and are offering you the chance to actively help in shaping the change! We support you in your work with:

• An attractive workspace at the University of Freiburg as well at the Forschungszentrum Jülich
• A creative team with an open and appreciative working culture
• Comprehensive training courses and individual opportunities for personal and professional further development
• Ideal conditions for balancing work and private life, as well as a family-friendly corporate policy
• Flexible work (location) arrangements, e.g. remote work
• 30 days of annual leave and provision for days off between public holidays and weekends (e.g. between Christmas and New Year)
• Targeted services for international employees, e.g. through our International Advisory Service

We offer you an exciting and varied role in an international and interdisciplinary working environment. The position is initially for a fixed term of two years with possible long-term prospects. Salary and social benefits will conform to the provisions of the Collective Agreement for the Public Service (TVöD-Bund), pay group 13, depending on the applicant’s qualifications and the precise nature of the tasks assigned to them. Place of employment: Freiburg We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, e.g. in terms of age, gender, disability, sexual orientation / identity, and social, ethnic and religious origin. A diverse and inclusive working environment with equal opportunities in which everyone can realize their potential is important to us. We look forward to receiving your application until July 24, 2022, via our Online Recruitment System!

Questions about the vacancy?

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