Geneva, Switzerland What you'll do
Are you passionate about particle physics? Do you have a flair for a phrase? Would you like to work at the world’s leading particle-physics laboratory, communicating the latest developments in high-energy physics to a global audience?
CERN has an opening for a Project Graduate in the Content section of its Education, Communications and Outreach (ECO) group, within the Stakeholder Relations (SR) sector, to join the editorial team of CERN Courier – the international magazine for high-energy physics, established in 1959.
CERN Courier magazine exists to serve the international community working in particle physics and adjacent fields by providing rigorous, accessible and impactful reporting on the latest developments in science, technology and policy.
Reporting to the CERN Courier editor, you will contribute to the magazine’s print and digital editions, showcasing developments in international high-energy physics. This is an ideal opportunity for someone with a background in particle physics who would like to build a career in science communication. Experienced science journalists with a physics background are also encouraged to apply.
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Your responsibilities
- Liaising with the global high-energy physics community to keep the Courier at the forefront of developments in experimental and theoretical particle physics, accelerator physics, astroparticle physics and cosmology.
- Generating ideas, fact checking and proofreading.
- Commissioning and editing expert-authored feature articles.
- Interviewing leading physicists.
- Writing news, features and other articles.
- Curating the cerncourier.com website and managing social media.
- Taking responsibility for the timely production of several sections of the magazine.
- Liaising with publishing partners, partner institutions, authors and readers.
- Collaborating with colleagues across the IR-ECO group to support CERN's communications objectives.
- In addition to developing organisational, communication and editorial skills in an international research laboratory, the successful candidate will gain increased knowledge about high-energy physics, technology and international collaboration in a unique multicultural environment.
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Your profile
- Research experience in high-energy physics or a closely related field.
- Experience in writing, editing and publishing, or the aptitude to rapidly develop these skills.
- Your studies focused on Particle Physics, Science Communication.
Your skills
- Communicating complex topics with clarity, accuracy, concision and flair.
- Adapting your communication to the needs of different audiences.
- Knowledge of particle physics and research methodologies.
- The ability to write and edit fluently in English.
- Attention to detail and quality management.
- Service orientation.
- Empathy and active listening.
- Curiosity and independent research.
- Critical and creative thinking.
- Resilience, flexibility and adaptability.
- Time management and prioritisation.
- Motivation and self-awareness.
- Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French.
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Be sure to meet the eligibility criteria
- You are a national of a CERN Member State or Associate Member State. Currently, we cannot consider applications from Pakistani, Lithuanian, Latvian, Cypriot and Croatian nationals, as the ceiling defined under Article II.5 of the Associate Membership Agreement has been reached.
- By the application deadline, you have a master’s degree with 2 to 6 years of professional experience since graduation or a PhD with a maximum of 3 years of professional experience since graduation. You are not eligible with only a bachelor’s degree.
- You have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before.
- Please pay attention to the additional criteria and requirements for this specific position and mentioned above.
You will need these documents to complete your application
- Your CV (English or French)
- A copy of your most relevant diploma or a certificate of achievement from your school (if you don't yet have your paper diploma)
- Any document you consider relevant to your application
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Overview of CERN
Discover a world where the impossible is made possible!
At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, we are pushing the frontiers of science and technology. Our groundbreaking work brings together not only physicists but also a diverse range of professionals from engineering, technical, scientific, and administrative fields. Together, we foster an environment where innovation and collaboration thrive.
Every day, we face exciting new challenges and opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge research that shapes our understanding of the universe. We meet these challenges through the diverse perspectives within our teams, ensuring every contribution is valued and driving our shared sense of inclusion and purpose. Diversity is a core value of CERN since its foundation, and it remains central to our mission and continued success.
If you are ready to be part of a dynamic, inclusive community pushing the boundaries of knowledge, CERN is the place where your curiosity and skills can thrive. Be part of our mission to uncover what lies at the heart of the universe! TAKE PART!
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