IT:U is a new technical university in Austria (Linz) dedicated to digital transformation, driven by interdisciplinary research and project-based learning to actively shape this transformation and advance it with a solution-oriented approach.
Your Tasks And Responsibilities
* Develop and implement communication strategies tailored to diverse target audiences.
* Plan and execute communication activities around research outputs, events, and key milestones.
* Establish, evaluate, and continuously improve internal processes for science communication.
* Collaborate closely with researchers to understand scientific work and ensure accurate representation.
* Translate complex research into clear, engaging content for blogs, press releases, and social media, using state-of-the-art communication practices.
* Build and maintain relationships with science media, coordinating interviews and managing media requests.
* Monitor media trends and public discourse in relevant scientific areas, using insights to refine strategies and enhance impact.
Your Strengths And Skills
* Academic degree or equivalent in (science) communications, journalism, media studies or related fields
* 5+ years experience in (research) communications, public outreach and media relations.
* Familiarity with academic, nonprofit, governmental, or industry research environments highly preferred
* Strong AI affinity and knowledge of CMS, social media and analytics
* Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills and awareness of inclusive communication.
* German and English skills on minimum level C1
What You Can Expect
* Unique opportunity to help build a new university
* Attractive campus with good public transport connections
* Free parking or Climate Ticket Austria
* Flexible working hours through a flextime model and the option for home office
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