Science communication Manager

We are one of the largest and oldest universities in Europe and one of the most important employers in our region.

Our broad range of subjects, the dynamic development of our main research areas and our central location in Cologne

make us attractive for students and researchers from around the world. We offer a wide range of career opportunities in

science, technology, and administration.

The Cologne Cluster of Excellence on Aging and Aging-

associated Diseases (CECAD) aims to define the molecular

and cellular mechanisms underlying the aging process as

potential novel targets for prevention, early diagnosis, treat-

ment of aging-associated diseases and to foster healthy

aging. To establish the new platform "Science Communica-

tion, Public Relations, and Visibility," a team of three part-

time positions with different areas of responsibility will be set

up at the CECAD office.

Please also note the job postings TUV and TUV

YOUR TASKS

You are responsible for further developing and implementing

communication strategies that enhance CECAD's public

outreach, and foster strong relationships with science,

media, stakeholders, and the public. This role involves man-

aging both internal and external communications, ensuring

consistent and effective messaging across all channels. This

includes

» Public relations & Media Management: relationships with

media outlets, write and distribute press releases, news

updates, etc. and coordinate media coverage for events

» Strategic communication: create and implement

comprehensive communication strategies, develop

and ensure brand consistency

» Content creation: produce engaging content for press

materials, newsletters, websites, blogs, and social media

in collaboration with PR offices of the University, Uni-

versity Hospital and CECAD partners

» Management and monitoring of social media and digital

presence

» Support CECAD Office in internal communication

initiatives

» Represent CECAD in the division 8 of the University

YOUR PROFILE

» Completed university degree in communication,

journalism and/or completed university degree in

science, preferably in biology, life sciences or

biomedicine and work experience as journalist

» Proven experience in science communication or press

and public relations; Interest in scientific topics and the

ability to communicate them to diverse audiences

» Proficiency in all communication tools, including print,

online, and social media platforms.

» Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office programs is

required, knowledge in the use of content management

software is preferred

» Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both

English and German

» Capability of working effectively both independently and

as part of a team to achieve organizational goals

» You would like to work in a scientific environment and

are interested to transfer CECAD's research and support

our community

WE OFFER

» A varied range of tasks with involvement in central and

decentralized structures of the University and University

Hospital of Cologne

» A diverse working environment with equal opportunities

» Support in balancing work and family life

» Extensive advanced training opportunities

» Occupational health management offers

» Flexible working time models

The University of Cologne promotes equal opportunities and

diversity. Women will be considered preferentially in accord-

ance with the Equal Opportunities Act of North Rhine-West-

phalia (Landesgleichstellungsgesetz – LGG NRW). We also

expressly welcome applications from all suitable candidates

regardless of their gender, nationality, ethnic and social

origin, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity.

The position is available immediately on a part-time basis

(19,92 hours per week). The position is to be filled for

a fixed term until If the applicant meets the

relevant wage requirements and personal qualifications,

the salary will be based on remuneration group 13 TV-L of

the pay scale for the German public sector.

Please apply online with proof of the required qualifications

without photo under:

The reference number is TUV The application dead-

line is

For further inquiries, please contact Dr Sibylle Grandel

(-).

Science communication Manager (f/m/x)

Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences

CECAD Cluster of Excellence