Communication and Events Officer / Communication and Events Officeress

Join Our Team at NCCR Catalysis

The National Center of Competence in Research, NCCR Catalysis, is dedicated to developing skills, tools, and technologies that facilitate the transition towards a carbon-neutral and waste-free chemical industry, fostering a sustainable society. Jointly led by ETH Zurich and EPFL since 2020, the research program is funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) and includes 14 member institutions with over 200 members. The program is currently in its second funding phase, which runs from August 2024 through July 2028, with preparations for its final phase commencing shortly thereafter, from August 2028 through July 2032.

Communication and Events Officer Position

The NCCR Catalysis Project Office is seeking a Communication and Events Officer (80-100%) to join our team and enhance our activities as soon as possible. This position entails working closely with the Project Office and the Management Team.

Key Responsibilities

• Communication: Reinforce and expand ongoing communication efforts across all platforms, including the website, social media, and newsletters.
• Event Organization: Support the planning and execution of international conferences, schools, and other events such as the Annual Meeting, Annual Review Meeting, and Sustainability Day.
• Yearly Reporting: Contribute to data entry and analysis within reporting interfaces, along with scientific writing responsibilities.
• Educational Activities: Coordinate and support visits from guest lecturers.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will hold an M.Sc. in chemical sciences or a related field, and possess experience in scientific communication, marketing, social media writing, and event organization. Additionally, the candidate should demonstrate the following:

• Proactive approach and enjoyment of teamwork.
• Strong communication, writing, and organizational skills.
• Excellent command of English; knowledge of German and/or French is a plus.
• Self-motivated, curious, and comfortable working across various topics.
• Willingness to learn and utilize modern digital tools for communication, coordination, and reporting.
• Ability to participate in up to three multi-day on-site events per year in Switzerland.

What We Offer

We provide a dynamic office environment within a multilingual team based at the picturesque ETH Hönggerberg, along with flexible working conditions and attractive social benefits that align with the standards of ETH Zurich. The start date will be as early as possible for the selected candidate.

Application Process

If this position matches your profile, we look forward to hearing from you! Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Contact Information

For inquiries regarding the position, please reach out to Dr. Marie-Francine Lagadec and Dr. Sharon Mitchell.

Important Note

Please note that the pre-selection process is conducted by the responsible recruiters and not through artificial intelligence. For recruitment services, the General Terms and Conditions of ETH Zurich apply.