Science Communications Lead: Cancer Research

Ifom; Lazio; In loco; EUR 42.000 - 64.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

International work environment

Continuous training

Flextime

Agreements with discounts for Gym, Phy

Bar and canteen inside the campus &amp

Lunch benefit

Parental & childcare support benefits

Continuous support with relocation,住房,

Descrizione del lavoro

IFOM in Rome, Italy, seeks a Science Communication Specialist to translate complex cancer research into accessible content for scientists, donors, journalists, and the public. You will report to the Head of Corporate Communication and work with the communications team.

The role requires a proven track record in science communication or science journalism, a portfolio of media relationships, and the ability to manage multiple editorial projects, including crisis messaging and events.

Competenze

• At least 5/7 years of experience in science communication, science journalism, or institutional communication.
• A documented portfolio of media relationships and published work.
• Proven ability to translate complex scientific content for non-specialist audiences across written, digital, and event formats.
• Experience in or understanding of crisis communication in scientific or institutional contexts.
• Familiarity with digital channels and AI tools for editorial workflows.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Genuine curiosity about science and about cancer research in particular.

Mansioni

• Writing press releases, scientific news, and institutional content that accurately reflects our research and its significance.
• Managing scientific and institutional content across web channels, social media, and newsletters.
• Coordinating the editorial production of the IFOM Annual Report.
• Building and maintain an in-depth knowledge of IFOM's research portfolio to ensure accuracy and relevance across all communications.
• Build and manage a portfolio of relationships with science journalists and health correspondents across national and international media.
• Monitor media coverage and support proactive pitching.
• Supporting crisis communication when research results or institutional matters require rapid, accurate external messaging.
• Supporting the editorial and communication aspects of scientific events, including public-facing formats and media moments.
• Coordinating with researchers and scientists to gather information and bring their work to life for diverse audiences.
• Acting as operational backup for the Head of Corporate Communication and Events.

Conoscenze

Science communication

Science journalism

Institutional communication

Crisis communication

Digital channels

AI tools

Editorial workflows

Media relations

Organization

Curiosity about science

Formazione

University degree in a scientific field

Strumenti

None

Descrizione del lavoro

IFOM in Rome, Italy, seeks a Science Communication Specialist to translate complex cancer research into accessible content for scientists, donors, journalists, and the public. You will report to the Head of Corporate Communication and work with the communications team.

The role requires a proven track record in science communication or science journalism, a portfolio of media relationships, and the ability to manage multiple editorial projects, including crisis messaging and events.