***Applications closed*** Do you like writing about exciting new developments in space? Do you have a flair for science storytelling and a degree in science or science communication? Then we are looking for you!
We have several vacancies for mother-tongue (or equivalent) English writer/editors in the UK, the Netherlands and Italy, working onsite as part of our communications service team for the European Space Agency (ESA).
We support ESA’s communication strategy, across all programmes, including space science, human and robotic exploration, Earth observation, satellite navigation, space transportation, technology, operations and connectivity.
Does this sound like you? Apply now!
Requirements
The successful candidate will have:
- Mother-tongue (or equivalent) English
- The right to live and work in the UK, Italy or the Netherlands
- An Honours degree in science, engineering or communications/journalism
- Minimum of three years’ experience in writing and editing
- A flair for science storytelling
- Demonstrable experience in presenting scientific and technical subjects in a style accessible for general public
- Hands-on experience of planning and running social media/digital campaigns
- Familiarity with space topics an advantage
- Knowledge of a second European language is an asset
Job description
The editor will write, edit and publish articles and other content on ESA’s activities in mother-tongue English for ESA’s online channels. This may include script-writing and storyboarding, and social media campaigns.
Working as part of the communications team, tasks include to:
- Write and edit content in English on topics relevant to ESA’s activities
- Ensure that all content published is in English and compliant with ESA editorial guidelines and agreed approval processes
- Ensure content publishing on the ESA online channels
- Support social media campaigns and channels
- Liaise with other ESA social media team members
- Support the communications officer in executing communications plans and campaigns, and provide input to communications plans
- Liaise closely with the rest of the communications team to ensure coherence and maximum visibility of the activities
Does this sound like you? Tell us why you think you are the right fit for one of these roles. Send your CV and cover letter to: vacancy@ejr-quartz.com or reach out via social media to @ejrquartz
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Contractual matters
You’ll be based onsite in ECSAT (Harwell, UK), ESTEC (Noordwijk, the Netherlands), or ESRIN (Frascati, Italy) and therefore you must have the right to work in the country that you are applying for. This will be a one-year contract, with possibility of renewal.
Start date: 1 January 2025
Closing date: 10 August 2024
Salary range: 46kEUR-50kEUR annual gross wage (£48,000-£52,000), based on a full-time position (40 hrs per week).
Learn more about our company and meet the team at: www.ejr-quartz.com
EJR-Quartz is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud of our diverse team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
Please note that only applications in English will be considered. During the application process we may perform a check of your social media channels. If you do not agree to such screening, please let us know when you apply. Any data collected during the application process will of course be processed according to EU GDPR. For more information, please check our Data Policy.
(Banner: ESA’s ECSAT facility in Harwell, UK. Credit: ESA)
