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

Outreach Manager

Employer

SIB Swiss Institute of Bioinformatics

Work Location

Employment fraction

50% - 100%

Type of contract

permanent

Job information

The activity rate of the position is listed as 50-100% depending on how many team members we bring on board. Ideally, we are looking to hire two part-time team members: one based in Lausanne or Geneva to focus on the French-speaking region of Switzerland, and another in Basel or Zurich to focus on the Swiss German region. Ideally each role would be at a 50% rate, allowing for strong regional focus and collaboration.

This role is therefore based in Lausanne, Geneva, Zurich or Basel, depending on the person (s) recruited with some flexibility to work from other office locations and from home.

Responsibilities

Develop activities enabling the public (lay audience) to discover what is bioinformatics through the understanding of its impact on scientific discoveries and benefits for society.
Promote these activities in the French and German speaking parts of Switzerland, leveraging SIB’s national network and university-led initiatives.
Support the SIB Groups in their ambitions to develop outreach activities and the Communications team with bringing content to the media to promote SIB.
Apply for outreach grants.
Participate in workshops, public scientific fairs and school interventions.
Develop digital and printed tools such as websites (existing & new), apps, videos, games and/or leaflets, depending on the respective projects and their objectives.

Profile requirements

Experience

Min 5 years’ experience in a similar position, science communication, outreach activities or related activities.

Education

University degree in Bioinformatics/ Computational biology or related field (min. MSc level).

Technical skills

Excellent oral and written skills in English, French and/or German (ideally some Swiss German as well): capacity to translate complex concepts into engaging and impactful stories for various audiences including the general public, teachers, students and pupils.
Demonstrated ability to create and manage engaging content across major social media platforms.
Understanding of the different domains in which SIB Groups are active.
Strong understanding of communication challenges and capacity to use communication channels.
Outstanding organizational and project management skills (experience in using project management tools such as Asana or ClickUp an asset).
Command of MS office tools (Word, Excel, PPT), creative and comfortable with new technologies.

Soft skills

Enthusiastic and curious
At ease in a fast-paced environment
Capacity to convey ideas in writing and orally
Self-driven and creative
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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