Communications & events manager (f/m/d)

Your role

This is a hands‑on, get‑things‑done role. You’ll be in the thick of it: writing, posting, coordinating, producing, and making sure things actually happen. You take ownership of your projects, drive them forward independently, and see them through to the end. You’ll work closely with the XISTA team and with ISTA’s communications and events colleagues across a broad range of day‑to‑day activities. Communications & Marketing

Manage and grow XISTA’s channels day‑to‑day: website (Drupal), newsletter (Mailchimp), and LinkedIn Write and publish content: posts, newsletters, press releases, and announcements Build and maintain PowerPoint decks and presentations for the team Create visual assets and communication materials using Canva Support media relations and PR activities Manage CRM‑related communication workflows and audience lists Events & Project Management

Support the planning and hands‑on execution of conferences, VIP events, delegations, and community formats Coordinate suppliers, agencies, and production partners from briefing to delivery Work closely with ISTA’s events and communications teams on logistics and timelines Keep projects on track independently, proactively flagging issues and following up until things are done Who you are

You have 3–5 years of experience in communications, marketing, creative agency, or event management, and you know how to roll up your sleeves and deliver. You’re highly organized, with a structured approach to managing multiple projects at once. You work independently, take full ownership of your tasks, and have a sharp eye for detail. You stay calm under pressure, don’t wait to be told twice, and take pride in work that’s done properly. A genuine curiosity about deep tech, science, and research is important; you’ll be communicating about complex topics and working alongside people who are passionate about what they do. You’re hands‑on with:

Canva, Mailchimp, and day‑to‑day social media management Writing press releases and external communications PowerPoint building clean, professional decks from scratch Web CMS platforms (Drupal is a plus) Web and social media analytics CRM communication workflows Your English is excellent written and spoken. German is a real advantage. What we offer

Competitive salary of €50,000 gross/year A front‑row seat at one of Europe’s most exciting research and innovation campuses Daily collaboration with scientists, founders, investors, and creative minds Flexible hybrid working with regular on‑site presence at the ISTA campus in Klosterneuburg Flexible working hours Subsidised cafeteria, free campus shuttle, and health offerings Educational programmes on campus. Work that genuinely matters at the place where science becomes the future. If you’re someone who gets things done independently, sweats the details, stays cool under pressure, and finds real satisfaction in well‑executed work, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply via LinkedIn or reach out directly to ml@xista.io

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