Are you passionate about visuals, design and science? Would you like to take part in a dynamic team of experienced designers?

Join the Visual and Design team in the Visual Impact and Exhibitions (VIE) section, the Education, Communications and Outreach (ECO) group in the Stakeholder Relations (SR) sector at CERN!

In addition to further expanding their Graphic Designer skills in an international research laboratory, the successful candidate will gain knowledge about high-energy physics, latest technology developments and international collaboration in a unique multicultural environment.

Your responsibilities

• Provide design concepts and execute creative, high-quality designs from concept to delivery.
• Embody brand guidelines to create cohesive multi-channel visual assets across a multicultural, multitask environment.
• Design and prepare print assets for publications, brochures, posters, long form content and information design in general.
• Collaborate very closely with the ECO group on creating and defining branding guidelines for events and new projects.
• Contribute to projects and work with teams across the IR Sector and CERN.

More information here.

Your profile

The experience listed below would be an advantage:

• A portfolio with specific examples of design work.
• Proven experience or knowledge of working with Adobe Creative Cloud, specifically Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop.
• Proficiency of working with PowerPoint and Word in a design environment.

Skills

• Passion for graphic design & a strong interest in science.
• Desire to learn from experts and work in teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Creative and communication skills.
• Details for the required skills here. 
• Spoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the other language.

Eligibility criteria:

• By the application deadline, you have a maximum of two years of professional experience since graduation in Graphic Design, Computing or related (or a related field) and your highest educational qualification is either a Bachelor's or Master's degree.
• You have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before.
• Applicants without University degree are not eligible.
• Applicants with a PhD are not eligible.

Job closing date: 03.07.2026 at 23:59 CEST.

Contract duration: 24 months, with a possible extension up to 36 months maximum.

Job flexibility: Fully Onsite

Target start date: 01-September-2026

Job reference: SR-ECO-VIE-2026-168-GRAE

Field of work: International Relations

Benchmark job: 5B0170 - Communications/Public Relations/External Relations Support Officer

Global Benefits

• A monthly stipend between 5266-5793 Swiss Francs per month (tax free) depending on your degree.
• 30 days of paid leave per year plus 2 weeks annual closure.
• Coverage by CERN’s comprehensive health insurance scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund.
• Family, child and infant monthly allowances depending on your individual circumstances.
• A relocation package (installation grant and travel expenses) depending on your individual circumstances.
• Possibility to extend your contract up to 36 months.
• On-the-job and formal training including language classes.

Overview of CERN - Discover a world where the impossible is made possible!

At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, we are pushing the frontiers of science and technology. Our groundbreaking work brings together not only physicists but also a diverse range of professionals from engineering, technical, scientific, and administrative fields. Together, we foster an environment where innovation and collaboration thrive.

Every day, we face exciting new challenges and opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge research that shapes our understanding of the universe. We meet these challenges through the diverse perspectives within our teams, ensuring every contribution is valued and driving our shared sense of inclusion and purpose. Diversity is a core value of CERN since its foundation, and it remains central to our mission and continued success.

If you are ready to be part of a dynamic, inclusive community pushing the boundaries of knowledge, CERN is the place where your curiosity and skills can thrive. Be part of our mission to uncover what lies at the heart of the universe! TAKE PART!

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