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Introduction

The Experimental Physics Department invites applicants for the appointment of a physicist in the area of scientific dissemination and information management.

Functions

• Take a leading role in preparing content for, and the production of, the quarterly departmental newsletter
• Organize the scientific information for future accelerator and detector studies, coordinating the effort with the collaborating institutes and related European projects
• Participate in the review of scientific publications and publishing the results of scientific research
• Develop ways to increase the impact generated through scientific dissemination, putting appropriate structures in place and measuring their efficiency
• Accompany and guide researchers to efficiently publish scientific information including, but not limited to scientific journals, workshops and conference proceedings, articles in inter-sectoral media, production and dissemination of rich media (audio and video), Web and social media
• Participate in the organization of information events with key stakeholders such as conferences, workshops, publication and communication networks, exhibitions, guided tours and targeted information events
• Develop strategies and plans with the researchers to efficiently produce, publish and track scientific information including publications, data, contents for other scientists, engineers, funding agencies and the public
• Represent researchers and engineers who produce scientific knowledge at editorial, publishing and information strategy definition meetings
• Keep CERN internal and commercial and scientific library information databases and metadata records up-to-date
• Stay abreast of scientific information publishing and curation best practices

Master degree in physics and a proven track record of scientific information management at international level. An additional university degree in information management is considered an asset (e.g. MSc. in communications).

Experience:

• Extensive experience in scientific information management with a focus on particle physics and particle accelerator research
• Demonstrated working relationship with relevant editors (e.g. freelance editors and publishing houses such as Cambridge University Press, Princeton University Press and domain-specific media channels such as CERN Courier, Nature) and publishers in the field. Evidence for domain-specific authoring, editing and publication experience
• Demonstrated working relationship with research organizations at an international level (e.g. STFC, KEK, European Commission, GSI, INFN)
• Demonstrated experience in communicating scientific results to different audiences efficiently (e.g. organizing outreach events, producing information for the public and project stakeholders without scientific background)
• Good understanding of managing publication rights at international level

Technical competencies:

• Knowledge and application of particle physics, phenomenology: good knowledge of particle physics, particle accelerator and detector technologies
• Knowledge of/ identification and selection of relevant emerging detector/accelerator technologies: fluency in technical infrastructures used for information management process
• Configuration and use of information management systems: fluency in technical infrastructures used for the information management process
• Good knowledge of Web-based collaborative tools, authoring and publishing environments (e.g. Sharepoint, Drupal)
• Knowledge of using e-learning platforms as authoring tool (e.g. Coursera)

Behavioural competencies:

• Managing self: working well autonomously; taking on activities and tasks without prompting
• Learning and sharing knowledge: using knowledge sharing systems and technology
• Communicating effectively: utilising effective negotiation techniques to achieve long-term results acceptable to all parties involved
• Building relationships: showing a sincere interest in the concerns and perspectives of others

Language skills:

Excellent knowledge of English; basic knowledge of French or an undertaking to acquire it rapidly would be an advantage.

Eligibility and closing date:

Diversity has been an integral part of CERN's mission since its foundation and is an established value of the Organization. Employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We welcome applications from all Member States and Associate Member States. (https://careers.cern/content/member-states)

This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 13.07.2018.

Employment Conditions

Contract type: (5 years). Subject to certain conditions, holders of limited-duration contracts may apply for an indefinite position.

These functions require:

• Work during nights, Sundays and official holidays, when required by the needs of the Organization.

Job grade: 6-7

Job reference: EP-DI-2018-66-LD

Benchmark Job Title: Scientific Information Professional

Please make sure you have all the documents needed to hand as you start your application, as once it is submitted, you will not be able to upload any documents or edit your application further