Leibniz Institut für Naturstoff-Forschung und Infektionsbiologie e.V. Hans-Knöll-Institut (HKI)

We are looking for a creative individual who, with great enthusiasm, will prepare and communicate our research results and other science-related activities of the Leibniz-HKI - including, in particular, the international funding You should have an affinity for science and a particular interest in the life sciences. In addition, you should have strong communication and organizational skills, an interest in event management, and enjoy collaborating with external partners from the creative industries. You will be part of the Science Communication working group, which is integrated into the Research Coordination team. You play a key role in conveying research findings and activities, as well as their applications for human health, to a professional audience and the interested public. With a high degree of personal responsibility and creativity, you ensure appealing design and target-group-specific communication. Through strong networking activities, you take on an active mediating role between the involved stakeholders. You respond flexibly and appropriately to the challenges posed by the dynamic research environment. You enjoy writing knowledge-based texts and have excellent command of both German and English. With fresh ideas, your work reflects the high level of dynamism and interdisciplinarity in the life and natural sciences, pharmacy, and medicine. A successfully completed degree, preferably in media or communication studies, journalism, or public relations, with a bachelor's degree or higher; a degree in the natural sciences is also welcome if you have proven skills in science communication and event management Interest in and willingness to familiarize yourself with the research topics and structure of the Leibniz-HKI and INCATE Enjoyment of diverse, creative work in a scientific research institution Strong initiative, a sense of responsibility, a «hands-on» mentality, and a desire to shape the future in line with the Leibniz-HKI's self-image and research profile High degree of creativity in the development and implementation of communication strategies that meet scientific standards and active leadership in collaboration with external partners An inclusive, team-oriented personality with excellent communication skills Adherence to deadlines, organizational skills, and a high degree of project-related flexibility Excellent verbal and written communication skills in German and English Desired skills: A keen sense of visual communication, ideally complemented by experience in photography and image editing Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly InDesign, Photoshop, and Adobe Express