Heidelberg: Science education and public engagement trainee

Your role 

• Supporting the organisation, implementation and evaluation of events for young learners, teachers and the public in-person and online
• Supporting the development of learning material for young learners and teachers
• Writing engaging news features, content for web, newsletter and social media, and producing promotional material to enhance visibility of the science education and public engagement programme to audiences world-wide
• Assisting with administrative tasks to support the implementation of the science education programme, including organising meetings, maintaining databases, preparing presentations and reports
• Supporting EMBL’s portfolio of Science Education and Public Engagement activities.

You have 

• Team player who enjoys contributing to a collaborative work environment
• Proactive with strong self-organisation skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, and work on tasks with thoroughness and attention to detail
• Excellent working knowledge of written and spoken English.

You may also have

• Experience in teaching others, producing learning materials, or ability to understand and simplify and communicate complex scientific ideas
• Experience in organising events
• Experience using digital media and digital workplace tools such as Zoom and Google Suite
• Proficiency in German or another European language.

Contract length

6 months - potential for an additional 6 months but no longer than 1 year

Salary

1200

Why join us
Do something meaningful
By choosing a Trainee/Internship at EMBL, you can apply your talent and passion to accelerate science and tackle some of humankind's greatest challenges. Please watch the video below to learn more about EMBL and how our work makes a difference. Whatever your role, you will be contributing towards these challenges.

Campus life & benefits:

• Flexible working arrangements - including hybrid working patterns 

• Free shuttle bus to and from work (Hinxton & Heidelberg)

• On-site library

• Subsidised on-site gym: Hinxton only

• Subsidised on-site cafeteria(s)

• Casual dress code

• Extensive sports and social club activities (on campus and remotely)

• Family benefits: On-site nursery and holiday clubs on campus

• Accident at work insurance
  

What else you need to know

• Diversity and inclusion: At EMBL, we strongly believe that inclusive and diverse teams benefit from higher levels of innovation and creative thought. We encourage applications from women, LGBTQ+ & individuals from all nationalities. 

• How to apply: To apply please submit a cover letter and a CV through our online system. Applications will close at 23:59 CET on the date shown below. We aim to provide a response within two weeks after the closing date.

Closing Date

Summary

• Location: Heidelberg
• Type: Full time