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   The Luxembourg Institute of Health (LIH) is a public research organisation at the forefront of biomedical sciences. LIH aims to perform research that transcends the boundaries of individual diseases and that can be tangibly applied in the clinical  practice to address unmet needs, thus positively affecting health outcomes for patients. This translational  and transversal research strategy, combined to the increasing appreciation of the role of the immune system in determining disease, has led LIH to focus on four priority areas: cancer, immunological disorders, neurodegenerative diseases, and preventive medicine. With its strong expertise in population health, oncology, infection and immunity as well as storage and handling of biological samples, LIH investigates disease mechanisms to develop new diagnostics, innovative therapies and effective tools for personalised medicine. www.lih.lu Located  in  Luxembourg,  LIH  offers  the  opportunity  to  work  in  a  dynamic,  international  and  multilingual environment that values personal respect and  professional achievement based on the highest intellectual and ethical standards. The remuneration for this position shall be based on qualification and experience.     www.lih.lu LIH is offering a position as Science Communication Officer. Science Communication Officer (m/f) Permanent contact, full time, start date: immediate  The Science Communication Officer provides scientific, communication and marketing expertise to enhance the visibility and  reputation  of  LIH  across  a  wide  range  of  international/local  scientific  and  non-scientific  audiences.  She/he  has responsibility for the development, maintenance and implementation of a science communication editorial programme to leverage milestones and increase awareness of LIH’s scientific activities.  He/she combines a strong interest for Science with a creative, artistic flair around words to write scientific, promotional and press contents in German and English. Key Accountabilities •  Identify science communication opportunities 1) by maintaining excellent relationship with key internal and external stakeholders such as researchers, 2) by monitoring scientific literature, media and the biomedical research sector •  Develop, maintain and implement an editorial programme and schedule to leverage milestones and achievements, and increase awareness of LIH’s activities •  Write internal and external publications such as articles, press releases, newsletters, annual reports and visual presentations •  Help prepare multimedia contents and contribute to the dissemination of science communications via the various internal and external channels, including social networks •  Contribute to the production of communication and marketing campaigns,  develop ideas, write creative briefs and contents, promotional materials •  Participate in the development of LIH’s marketing & communication strategy and plan   Key Skills, Experience and Qualifications •  Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences with skill/knowledge of medical/scientific journalism and communication or Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism/Communication/Marketing with demonstrated experience in medical/scientific context. •  Two years copywriting experience, ideally within a medical/research institution, a communication agency, a scientific medium or a medical publishing environment •  Creative thinker: one who thinks “outside of the box“, by formulating exciting, interesting and above all, persuasive ways of presenting information to an audience •  Ability to take complex, scientific information and explain it in a clear, articulate and easy to understand format •  Strong project management and organisational skills  •  Autonomous, adaptable and flexible individual •  Fluent in German and English with excellent copywriting skills. Good knowledge of French and Luxembourgish would be an asset  Applications including a cover letter and a full curriculum vitae should be sent before 17th January 2021 through our website www.lih.lu/jobs with the Ref: CM/SCO1220/AA/MARCOM 




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Science Communication Officer (m/f/d)

Science Communication Officer (m/f/d)