The Company

RTDS Group (RTDS) is a consultancy specialised in the development and implementation of EU-funded research & innovation projects and was confirmed as the leading Austrian SME in FP7 by the Austrian Ministry of Science and Economy and currently has five running H2020 projects. We are looking to hire a Communication & PR Manager (m/f) with a strong interest in research & innovation in life and technological sciences. Other candidates with project management and/or consulting skills and experience are also welcome to apply.

Job description

The Communication & PR Manager will be responsible for strategic and operative planning and implementation of communication and dissemination activities for EU funded projects such as:

• Development of communication strategies, plans and materials: flyers, brochures, posters, infographics, videos, newsletters etc.
• Project website & social media channel content management and building follower groups
• Preparation of Dissemination & Communication, activity plans and reporting of progress
• Organize and attend events, train partners on relevant topics

Your profile

• University / FH degree preferably in communications & marketing and / or business administration, but also highly communicative science / engineering graduates
• Organisational skills and able to manage diverse stakeholder interests
• Excellent written and spoken English and German (C1). Native speakers are preferred.
• Good knowledge of Wordpress and social media is a plus
• Knowledge / experience in data management and open access issues is a plus
• Experience in EU projects (FP7/H2020) is preferred, though not mandatory
• Able to work in / lead small international teams from industry & academia
• Travel in the EU (2 – 4 trips per year).

Please explain in you cover letter why you are interested in a position, in which affinity to science is a must.

Graphical design, IPR and technical website support will be made available to you.

RTDS offers employee positions from 20 – 40 Hrs / week from €2,400 Brutto FTE per month depending on experience and qualifications. Please send your application to office@rtds-group.com