Communications Manager

The SIB Swiss Institute of Bioinformatics is an internationally recognized non-profit organization, dedicated to biological and biomedical data science. Its data scientists are passionate about creating knowledge and solving complex questions in many fields, from biodiversity and evolution to medicine. They provide essential databases and software platforms as well as bioinformatics expertise and services to academic, clinical, and industry groups. SIB federates the Swiss bioinformatics community of some 900 scientists, encouraging collaboration and knowledge sharing. The Institute contributes to keeping Switzerland at the forefront of innovation by fostering progress in biological research and enhancing health.

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We are looking for an experienced Communications Manager to join our dynamic Communications and Scientific Events team. If you are enthusiastic about science and want to contribute to our mission to tackle global challenges through biological and biomedical data, we want to hear from you.

Job tasks

Working in close alignment with SIB's overarching communications strategy, you will:

• Manage several, mostly digital, communication projects in parallel, from planning and execution to dissemination and evaluation, such as:

• SIB Bioinformatics Awards (incl. award committee coordination);

• Online campaigns;

• Brochures.

• Develop and implement tailored communication plans and actions around our SIB Resources portfolio, our bioinformatics services, and the European / international projects we coordinate, in collaboration with the teams and stakeholders involved.

• Write engaging narratives tailored to our key audiences (incl. policy makers, scientists, industry) across a range of formats (e.g. videos, infographics, social media posts, web content).
• Social media: manage LinkedIn channels for specific projects, support our social media presence (LinkedIn, Bluesky) with campaigns and ad hoc posts to boost visibility and engagement.

Starting date:January 2025

Based in Lausanne, with some flexibility to work from Geneva and from home.

Profile requirements

Education and experience

• At least 5 years in a Communications position in a similar role and sector
• Degree (BSc, MSc or PhD) in Biology or a related field of the life sciences, or in communications/journalism
• Background in life science / computer science an asset

Technical skills

• Outstanding organizational and project management skills (experience in using project management tools an asset)
• Excellent writing and editing skills: capacity to translate complex concepts into engaging and impactful messages for various audiences
• Proven track record in managing different communications projects at the same time
• Command of MS office tools (Word, Excel, PPT)
• Fluent in English and French (oral and written). German an asset.

Soft skills

• Able to connect day-to-day communication activities with broader institutional goals and ensure coherence across initiatives
• Proactive, self-driven and creative
• Enthusiastic and curious
• Great capacity to convey ideas verbally in and writing
• At ease in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent attention to detail
• Capacity to think visually to provide input to graphic designers or illustrators
• Good interpersonal and collaborative skills, strong team spirit

How to apply

SIB is committed to ensuring and fostering diversity and equal opportunities in the workplace as well as in the scientific ecosystem. If you are interested in this challenging and highly interesting position, please submit your application including CV and letter of motivation through our online portal by clicking the "Apply" button.

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