Science Communication Specialist (m/f/d) - 20 hours per week

Sigmund Freud PrivatUniversität; Wien; Hybrid; EUR 19,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pharmacy discounts

On-site dental clinic

Psychological counseling center

Free vaccinations

Wiener Linien annual pass

Job summary

Sigmund Freud Private University (SFU) in Vienna is seeking a dedicated Science Communication Staff Member to strengthen university-wide research communication. The role focuses on editorial work, CMS-based web editing, newsletters, and PR in collaboration with faculties and central marketing.

The 20-hour-per-week position offers a permanent contract, an international, humanistic work environment, and opportunities for professional development within SFU Academy. Immediate start.

Qualifications

• Completed training or a degree in communication, media, journalism, public relations, science communication, or a related field.
• Practical experience with content management systems (CMS) and editorial management of websites
• Experience creating and editing content for websites, newsletters, press relations, and social media

Responsibilities

• Editorial Work and Topic Coordination: Plan and tailor research articles for target audiences and coordinate content with researchers and contacts.
• Web Editing and Content Management: Editorial oversight and updates on the university website and CMS (WordPress).
• Research Newsletter: Editorial oversight, coordination and distribution of a quarterly English-language newsletter.
• Publications: Contribute to the conception, editing and design of a university-wide research report.
• Press and Public Relations: Draft press releases and materials in collaboration with Marketing and Communications.
• Social Media: Plan and prepare social media posts on research topics.
• Visual Communication: Image editing and design of communication materials.
• Events and Project Coordination: Support organization of academic events and SFU science communication projects

Skills

German writing

English writing

CMS experience

Content editing

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in communication, journalism, public relations or related field

Tools

WordPress

CMS systems

Image editing software

Job description

Office of the President Office of the Vice President for Research

Science Communication Staff Member

20 hours per week Work location: Vienna Immediate start Permanent m/f/d

Sigmund Freud Private University

Sigmund Freud Private University (SFU) is Austria’s largest private university, with over 6,000 students enrolled in the faculties of medicine, psychology, psychotherapy, and law. Guided by the motto “Education. Research. Care.,” SFU stands for excellence in teaching and research as well as social responsibility. With its own outpatient clinics and clinical facilities, it makes an important contribution to healthcare in Vienna.

Making research visible and communicating knowledge in an accessible way.

To strengthen our team in the Office of the Vice Rector for Research, we are seeking a dedicated individual who will actively help shape (university-wide) science communication at the intersection of the Central Research Office, the faculties, and the university’s central communications department.

Your Responsibilities

Your work will focus on the editorial preparation of research topics, managing digital communication channels, and collaborating with researchers, faculties, and the university’s central marketing and corporate communications department.

• Editorial Work and Topic Coordination: Planning, researching, and tailoring research articles from the faculties to specific target audiences, as well as coordinating editorial content with researchers and internal and external contacts
• Web Editing and Content Management: Editorial oversight, ongoing updates, and further development of research content on the university website, as well as maintenance of content in the content management system (WordPress)
• Research Newsletter: Editorial oversight, coordination, and distribution of a quarterly English-language research newsletter to internal and external stakeholders
• Publications: Contributing to the conception, editing, and design of a university-wide research report
• Press and Public Relations: Drafting press releases, preparing press kits, and other press materials in close coordination with the Department of Marketing and Corporate Communications
• Social Media: Planning and preparing social media posts on research topics
• Visual Communication: Image editing and graphic design of communication materials
• Events and Project Coordination: Organizational and communication support for academic events, as well as assistance with the planning and implementation of science communication and research marketing projects

Your Profile

• Completed training or a degree in communication, media, journalism, public relations, science communication, or a related field.
• Practical experience with content management systems (CMS) and the editorial management of websites
• Experience in creating and editing content for various communication channels, particularly websites, newsletters, press relations, and social media
• Excellent written communication skills in German and very good English skills
• Proficiency in using common digital communication and design tools; knowledge of image editing, layout, and photo editing is a plus
• Interest in scientific topics and a passion for communicating complex research content in a clear and engaging manner
• An independent, structured, and reliable work style, as well as strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work well in a team and willingness to actively collaborate within the Central Research Office, particularly within the Science Communication team

We offer

• A permanent position working 20 hours per week; the gross monthly salary is €3,400 on a full-time basis, with the possibility of a higher salary depending on qualifications and prior experience
• An inspiring work environment at a humanistic, international private university in the Green Prater
• Flat hierarchies and plenty of creative freedom
• Opportunities for professional development in a growing organization with a wide range of continuing education programs (SFU Academy)
• Attractive benefits such as pharmacy discounts, an on-site dental clinic and psychological counseling center, free vaccinations, and a Wiener Linien annual pass

Education. Research. Care.

Education for Growth.

You’ll have the opportunity to grow professionally, personally, and in your career.

Research for Progress.

You’ll work in an environment that fosters curiosity, innovation, and new perspectives.

Care for People.

You’ll experience a culture of appreciation, respect, equal opportunity, and responsibility.

Application deadline: November 30, 2026

The SFU promotes diversity and equal opportunity—regardless of age, gender, sexual identity, disability, background, or religion. We expressly encourage people with disabilities to apply.