NextGen Science Communications Lead

CERN; Genf; On-site; CHF 705,000 - 776,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly stipend (CHF 5266–CHF 5793)

30 days paid leave + 2 weeks annual 1.

Health insurance and pension

Relocation support

Professional development

Job summary

CERN is seeking a communications professional to support the Next Generation Triggers (NGT) project. You will craft strategic communication plans, develop multimedia content, and manage NGT’s online presence across CERN channels and partner experiments.

You will create engaging publications, coordinate social media campaigns, and collaborate with international teams to promote the project and related events. This onsite role offers growth in a dynamic scientific environment.

Qualifications

• Experience communicating science, technology and innovation in multicultural environments.
• Ability to translate complex topics for digital and social media.
• Experience developing and managing digital content and websites (WordPress).
• Proficient in multimedia content creation (graphics, short-form videos).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement NGT strategic communication plan aligned with CERN IT and central communications rules.
• Plan and coordinate social media content and campaigns across CERN and partner channels.
• Develop, manage and evolve NGT website with high-quality content and UX.
• Plan and analyse social media campaigns from planning to performance reporting.
• Produce publications and visual materials using InDesign and Illustrator.
• Act as communication interface between NGT management, stakeholders and central teams.
• Support communication for the CERN STEAM Academy, its website and events.
• Support communications around NGT workshops and related activities.

Skills

Strategic communications planning

Science communications

Digital content management

Video production

Editorial and visual design

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Tools

WordPress

Canva

Adobe Premiere Pro

CapCut

InDesign

Illustrator

Job description

CERN is seeking a communications professional to support the Next Generation Triggers (NGT) project. You will craft strategic communication plans, develop multimedia content, and manage NGT’s online presence across CERN channels and partner experiments.

You will create engaging publications, coordinate social media campaigns, and collaborate with international teams to promote the project and related events. This onsite role offers growth in a dynamic scientific environment.