Junior Communications Designer / Junior Communications Designeress & Digital Media Specialist / Digital Media Specialistess

Join Our Team at the Swiss Data Science Center

The Swiss Data Science Center (SDSC) is a national research infrastructure dedicated to data science and artificial intelligence (AI) within the ETH domain, established by ETH Zurich and EPFL as founding partners. Our mission is to support academic laboratories, hospitals, industry stakeholders, and public sector entities throughout their data science journey, from data collection and management to machine learning, AI, and industrialization.

With a diverse team of professionals across three locations—Lausanne, Zurich, and Villigen—the SDSC offers expertise and services across various domains, including health and biomedical sciences, energy and sustainability, climate and environment, and large-scale scientific infrastructures.

Position: Junior Communications Designer

We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Junior Communications Designer to join our dynamic communications team. The ideal candidate will possess a keen eye for visual design, a passion for science and technology, and the ability to transform complex concepts into engaging visuals and multimedia content. This role is ideal for a designer at the beginning of their career who is eager to learn, collaborate with technical experts, and contribute to a mission-driven organization.

Start Date: To be agreed (ideally January 2026)

Key Responsibilities

• Create visually engaging content for both print and digital platforms, including reports, brochures, social media, infographics, and presentations.
• Support the design and layout of marketing and communication materials while adhering to brand guidelines.
• Assist in maintaining visual consistency across all communication channels.
• Contribute to the development of infographics and visual explainers for technical topics and projects.

Digital Media & Content Creation

• Design and produce digital assets for the website, email campaigns, and social media.
• Support the creation of short videos, animations, or motion graphics for campaigns and events.
• Edit photos and videos to enhance communication materials.
• Assist in managing and updating visual content on digital platforms.

Branding & Support

• Help ensure the consistent application of the organization’s brand identity.
• Collaborate with the Communications and Events teams to produce materials for internal and external events.
• Stay updated on design trends and emerging digital tools to enhance the organization’s visual communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or diploma) in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Multimedia Design, or a related field.
• Strong proficiency in design and media software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite: Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, After Effects, or similar tools).
• Understanding of design principles, layout, typography, and color theory.
• Ability to translate technical or abstract ideas into clear visual storytelling.
• Keen attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Capacity to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable Criteria

• Basic knowledge of HTML/CSS or familiarity with website content management systems (e.g., WebFlow).
• Experience with social media content creation and scheduling tools.
• Familiarity with motion graphics, animation, or 3D design.
• Experience with video production.
• Interest in science, engineering, or technology communication.
• Experience collaborating in a cross-functional or technical environment.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization at the forefront of data-driven and AI-empowered innovation.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment that encourages professional growth.
• Opportunities to engage with leading academic, clinical, and industry stakeholders across Switzerland and beyond.
• A supportive team culture within SDSC, an institute jointly hosted by EPFL and ETH Zurich.
• Attractive employment conditions in line with ETH employment policies.

Apply online using the form below.

Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

For further information about the Swiss Data Science Center, please visit our website.

If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact An Jacobs at an.jacobs@sdsc.ethz.ch (no applications).

We would like to emphasize that the pre-selection process is conducted by our responsible recruiters and is not influenced by artificial intelligence.

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