CERN Courier Editor

The CERN Courier Editor leads the editorial responsibility of the CERN Courier magazine, managing its print and online presence. The role involves strategic direction, liaising with the particle physics community, commissioning and editing articles, managing social media, and supervising the editorial team.

Responsibilities

• Lead, sign off and develop the strategic direction of the CERN Courier.
• Liaise with the CERN and global high-energy physics communities to keep the magazine at the forefront of particle physics and neighbouring fields.
• Commission and edit expert-authored feature articles.
• Write news, features and other articles.
• Carry out picture research, fact check, proofread.
• Manage and grow the cerncourier.com website and @CERNCourier social media accounts.
• Supervise and mentor the magazine’s editorial team.
• Collaborate closely with the remote production manager and the in-house marketing officer, as well as teams across CERN.

Requirements

• PhD or equivalent relevant experience in the field of Particle Physics or a related field.
• A proven track record of research in particle physics or a closely related subject.
• Proven experience in an editorial / communications role.
• Experience in managing multiple tasks and meeting strict deadlines.
• Proven editorial experience on a science magazine.
• Experience of managing social media channels.
• Graphics/design & web development skills.

Skills

• Particle Physics Research
• Editorial Workflow Management
• Science Magazine Editing
• Social Media Management
• Graphic Design
• Website Development
• Strategic Communications
• Article Commissioning
• Deadline Management

Languages

English, French