Euresearch is a non-profit association with offices in different Swiss regions and a Network Office in Bern. Its mission is to inform and advise Swiss applicants on the European Research & Innovation Programme Horizon Europe, and on related European Programmes. Euresearch is funded by the State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation (SERI).
Your key tasks
- Create and co‑create communication content (e-mail alerts, newsletter items, event announcements, key web content, presentations, story‑based and video formats such as success stories, interviews and live‑stream formats)
- Edit and structure expert input from Euresearch advisors; ensure clarity, relevance and correct framing
- Work as part of the Central Services team and collaborate closely with our small communications team, the webmaster and the Euresearch advisors
- Take responsibility and co-responsibility for relevant communication and/or event processes
- Apply, maintain and further develop Euresearch CD/CI across formats and channels
- Prioritise topics and perform communication triage
- Validate content and ensure that digital distribution (e.g. newsletter, e-mail alerts, social media, web) runs smoothly
- Explore novel technologies like the use of AI tools for communication work (e.g. drafting, structuring, summarising) and contribute to their integration in a simple internal and pragmatic manner, like AI usage guidelines for the production of communication content by the advisors
- Provide inputs to communication planning, budget considerations and analytics
- Contribute to communication‑related projects
- Provide input to content requirements and feedback to tools/CMS developments
- Maintain, further develop and implement Euresearch’s communication and marketing strategy aimed at reaching the Euresearch objectives
Your profile
- Solid experience and/or academic background in Communication/Marketing/Public Relations or similar
- Proven experience in communication, editorial work or content management
- Strong writing and editing skills in English; German is an advantage
- Very hands‑on, pragmatic working style with high ownership
- Ability to structure, simplify and visually support complex topics
- Comfortable in working closely with Euresearch advisors
- Interest in, and ideally experience within, the Euresearch environment and Horizon Europe context, including how Switzerland participates in and communicates around Horizon Europe
- Familiarity with the Swiss research and innovation landscape (universities, research institutions, innovative companies, SERI)
- Able to serve as a key liaison between communications, advisors and external stakeholders, with strong political awareness and a keen sense of wording and timing.
What we offer
- A responsible and varied role with real ownership, spanning strategic content development and hands‑on implementation, with clear opportunities for professional growth
- A strong societal mission at the heart of Swiss research and innovation, where your work directly supports researchers, institutions and their engagement with European programmes
- High‑impact content work at the interface of science, policy and funding: translating complex topics into clear, accessible and sensitive communication for diverse audiences
- Scope to shape both your role and our organisational presence, working in flat hierarchies with short decision paths and genuine room to bring in ideas
- A collegial, values‑driven and inclusive culture that actively welcomes different perspectives and encourages continuous improvement, curiosity and learning
- A pragmatic, collaborative way of working, using modern digital tools and offering space to test, iterate, and adopt new communication approaches
- Support for professional development, including further training, learning on the job and relevant professional certifications
The place of work is Bern. Euresearch offers flexible working conditions, modern work tools and home‑office options in a dynamic environment.
The salary range for this position is CHF 85’000 – CHF 105’000 (for 100%).
Application
If you would like to join our highly motivated network, please submit your application by 31 May 2026.
Send:
— one PDF containing your cover letter and CV, and
— a second PDF with copies of diplomas, degrees and employment certificates
Interviews
First-round interviews will take place on 8 and 15 June 2026, in Bern.
For questions contact
Maria Kreimer
Head of Central Services
+41 31 380 60 16