CERN openlab Communications Officer

What you'll do

Are you a self-motivated communications professional with experience in scientific communication for a wide range of audiences – from policymakers to students and industry, as well as the general public?

Would you like to join the team responsible for sharing the excitement of CERN openlab R&D projects, activities, and collaborative work, with the outside world? Are you skilled at producing simplified scientific materials across a variety of media (social media, videos, printed documents, web pages, etc.) and in organising events? Take part!

CERN openlab is a unique public-private partnership that provides a structured and collaborative framework enabling industry and research organisations to engage directly with CERN researchers. Through this framework, CERN openlab not only fosters scientific and technological collaboration but also facilitates industry participation and strategic investment in cutting-edge research and innovation on ICT, including computing and storage technologies, AI and HPC.

At its core, CERN openlab promotes the co-development of innovative solutions through close collaboration between scientific researchers and industry partners. Acting as an incubator for emerging technologies, it serves as a dynamic hub where CERN and its partners jointly push the boundaries of information and communication technologies.

Your responsibilities

Develop and implement CERN openlab's strategic communication plan, ensuring alignment with CERN IT and central communications.
Lead the creation, production, and dissemination of content across digital platforms, including social media (LinkedIn, X, Facebook and others), the CERN openlab website, and promotional materials.
Develop, manage and evolve CERN openlab's website, ensuring high-quality content, strong visual identity, and effective user experience.
Plan, create, and analyse social media campaigns from editorial planning to performance reporting, using appropriate multimedia and analytics tools.
Conceptualise and produce high-quality publications and visual materials (annual reports, brochures, leaflets, promotional items) using professional design tools such as InDesign and Illustrator.
Act as the communication interface between CERN openlab management, industry partners, researchers, and CERN central communication teams.
Support and manage the communication of the CERN openlab Summer Student Programme, including promotion, lectures programme, and student-related communications.

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Your profile

Experience managing and creating websites using CMS platforms such as Drupal and WordPress.
Experience creating visual assets and short-form videos using tools such as Canva, Premiere Pro, and CapCut.
Demonstrated expertise in digital content creation and multimedia production.
Editorial design skills using Adobe InDesign and Illustrator.
Experience working with multiple stakeholders in international environments.
Ability to translate technical or scientific topics into accessible and engaging narratives.
Experience within scientific, research, innovation, or technology environments would be considered an asset.
Your studies focused on Science Communication.

Your skills

Strategic communications planning.
Science communications.
Audio-visual production.
Social media.
Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French.

Ideal start date: 01/06/2026

Contract duration (in months): 24

Job flexibility: Hybrid

Global Benefits at CERN

A monthly stipend between 6372-7004 Swiss Francs per month (tax free) depending on your degree.
30 days of paid leave per year plus 2 weeks annual closure.
Coverage by CERN’s comprehensive health insurance scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund.
Family, child and infant monthly allowances depending on your individual circumstances.
A relocation package (installation grant and travel expenses) depending on your individual circumstances.
Possibility to extend your contract up to 36 months.
On-the-job and formal training including language classes.

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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 and Lithuanian nationals for positions with a 2026 start date, 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

Your CERNDepartment

The IT Department designs, operates, and evolves CERN’s core computing and digital infrastructure. It provides the large-scale data processing, storage, networking, and collaboration services that enable CERN’s scientific programme. The Department supports the LHC and non-LHC experiments, accelerator systems, and the wider CERN community, while advancing new computing technologies through research, development, and strategic partnerships.

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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What should I expect during my first week at CERN?

Your onboarding at CERN includes a comprehensive induction programme, which starts with an official welcome session at the beginning of each month. In addition, you will receive important information both before and after your arrival to ensure a smooth transition into your new role. This process is designed to help you get acquainted with CERN’s environment, your team, and the tools and systems you’ll be using.
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What is the working language at CERN?

The working languages at CERN are English and French. However, it is not always mandatory to speak both languages to work at CERN. We offer language training to help you acquiring the other language.
What support does CERN provide for relocation?

CERN does not offer direct assistance with relocation. However, depending on your role and specific criteria, you may be eligible for certain benefits such as an installation allowance and coverage of travel expenses to join CERN. These benefits are designed to help ease the transition when relocating to the Geneva area. For more information, please consult the “Salary, Benefits and Support“ page.
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