Job title: Senior Science Communications Officer (f/m/d) Job location: The Central Executive Management Office of
BBMRI-ERIC in Graz, Austria Job purpose: With your experience and drive in science communications you will be a key member of Department of Outreach, Education and Communications, working with Member States, the biobanking community, EC and other key stakeholders of one of the largest European Research Infrastructures in health and life sciences.
Contract:Full time (40 hours/week) for an initial two-years.
Who we are:
BBMRI-ERIC is the European Research Infrastructure for biobanking and biomolecular resources established in 2013 under EU legislation.
BBMRI-ERIC enables the development of innovative technology and processes as a cross-domain network that facilitates responsible access to high-quality samples, data and biomolecular resources.
We achieve this through multidisciplinary expertise and service provision, scientific excellence, knowledge exchange and partnerships in health and life sciences.
BBMRI-ERIC’s vision is simplified as: “Biobanking for a Healthier World”.
Its headquarters are in Graz, Austria.
BBMRI‐ERIC is an inclusive, equal‐opportunity employer offering attractive conditions and benefits appropriate to an international research organisation.
Further information on the vision, mission, governance, and statutes of BBMRI‐ERIC can be found at www.bbmri-eric.eu.
What makes the job special?
As a seasoned science communicator, you are a passionate storyteller with an enthusiasm for bringing audiences across different platforms to your carefully crafted content.
You are confident with producing precise and accurate copy and associated media (statutory publications, graphics, video, and audio) to deadline.
You possess a science communications background and understanding of handling largescale European life sciences projects, so that juggling competing deadlines, stakeholders and shifts in output comes naturally.
Working closely with the Head of Outreach, Education and Communications, the Senior Science Communications Officer is responsible for: • Independently handling communications activities and work package management of (EU funded) life sciences projects • Managing internal and external messaging • Shaping, prioritising, and driving communications activities, including press releases, case studies and digital content • Developing, strengthening, and maintaining stakeholder outreach contacts and relationships • Coordinating and tailoring messaging from across
BBMRI-ERIC for key stakeholders • Planning and supporting social media outreach for service activities and reporting communications KPIs • Supporting communications staff in National Nodes to increase BBMRI’s visibility and community engagement • Developing and delivering on communications and outreach objectives contained within BBMRI-ERIC’s 10-Year Roadmap and Work Programme • Engaging with the media to secure coverage of BBMRI-ERIC’s impact