What you'll do
Do you have a desire to work in a unique international environment communicating the latest progress in particle physics?
You will join the Stakeholder Relations Sector (SR), Education, Communications and Outreach (ECO) group that is responsible for generating public engagement with CERN's activities and with fundamental research, fostering community-building and raising awareness of CERN's societal impact.
The group is composed of professionals covering all its activities: writers, media officers, graphic and web designers, social media specialists, education specialists, exhibition developers, photographers and video editors, as well as event organisers.
CERN Courier is the international magazine for high-energy physics, established in 1959, with an estimated 100,000 readers of its print and online versions worldwide. Published six times per year, the magazine also has a regularly updated website, social media channels, and a strategic presence at conferences and events.
Reporting to the Head of the Content section, you will take on the full editorial responsibility of the CERN Courier and will lead the title's print and online presence.
Your responsibilities
Lead, sign off and develop the strategic direction of the CERN Courier.
Liaise with the CERN and global high-energy physics communities to keep the magazine at the forefront of particle physics and neighbouring fields.
Commission and edit expert-authored feature articles.
Write news, features and other articles.
Carry out picture research, fact check, proofread.
Manage and grow the cerncourier.com website and @CERNCourier social media accounts.
Supervise and mentor the magazine's editorial team.
Collaborate closely with the remote production manager and the in-house marketing officer, as well as teams across CERN.
Your profile
A proven track record of research in particle physics or a closely related subject.
Proven experience in an editorial / communications role.
Experience in managing multiple tasks and meeting strict deadlines.
Proven editorial experience on a science magazine.
Experience of managing social media channels.
Graphics/design & web development skills.
PhD or equivalent relevant experience in the field of Particle Physics or a related field.
Your skills
Strategic communications planning.
Text editing and proof-reading.
Stakeholder relationship management.
Internal communications.
Social media.
Works conscientiously and reliably; delivers on promises.
Maintains a positive outlook even in difficult situations; demonstrates resilience and persistence in response to setbacks and adversity.
Follows through on new ideas and innovations; plans and implements application.
Utilises effective negotiation techniques to achieve long-term results acceptable to all parties involved.
Recognises what is essential; discriminates between important and peripheral information and is able to see the whole picture.
Exceptional level of written and spoken English, with a commitment to learn French.