Communications Manager

Workplace EATRIS Coordination & Support Office
Closing date 26 September 2025
Location Amsterdam with flexibility for remote work within Europe
Hours 36 - 40 hours per week

Job description

We’re looking for a motivated Communications Manager to join our team. The position is offered as an initial one-year fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave, with the possibility of extension. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative and organised professional to help increase the visibility and impact of EATRIS’ activities across Europe, and beyond.

Working closely with the Head of Communications, you will support the delivery of EATRIS’ communications strategy, managing day-to-day content across our digital channels and contributing to major projects, campaigns and publications. You will play an important role in developing engaging content tailored to diverse audiences, from researchers and industry partners to policy-makers, patients and the general public.

This role is ideal for a candidate who enjoys variety: you will shift between writing, digital content creation, social media, stakeholder engagement, and data analysis – all while developing your skills in a supportive environment. If you are enthusiastic about science communication and eager to make an impact at the interface of biomedical research and innovation, we would love to hear from you.

Main responsibilities

  1. Social media management: Create strategic, engaging content for EATRIS social channels using a scheduling platform. Develop ideas aligned with trends and best practices. Produce and edit visuals with graphic design tools. Coordinate campaign schedules across multiple projects.
  2. Email communications: Draft newsletters and email updates.
  3. Website management: Update and maintain content on eatris.eu pages.
  4. Project communications support: Contribute to project communication strategies and analytics depending on the project cycle.
  5. Analytics and reporting: Collect and analyse communication channel performance with periodic reports.
  6. Graphic design: Design visuals for campaigns.
  7. Annual Report contributions: Draft and compile sections for the annual report.
  8. Multimedia content: Support the creation of video assets for projects and events.

Overall

  • Lead on the production of engaging content across digital platforms.
  • Ensure GDPR compliance across activities.
  • Carry out other duties as appropriate.

PROFILE

  • Advanced spoken and written English, with strong editorial skills.
  • Experience writing and editing for different audiences, including translating complex scientific material into accessible language.
  • Understanding of websites, digital media and social media.
  • Experience with analytics and reporting.
  • Interest in science, ideally demonstrated through academic or professional background.
  • Faultless attention to detail.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work autonomously.
  • Ability to anticipate issues and adapt approaches.
  • Collaborative, open and professional approach.
  • Enthusiasm for science communication and innovation.

Skills

  • WordPress website editing.
  • Graphic design (using tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Canva or similar)
  • Drafting news items, press releases and editorial content.
  • Digital analytics and reporting (e.g. Google Analytics, LinkedIn, Facebook, Bluesky).
  • Video editing.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, Dynamics).
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to support multiple projects.

WHAT WE OFFER AT EATRIS

  • A competitive remuneration package.
  • An inspiring, multidisciplinary and international workplace.
  • The chance to contribute to initiatives that directly improve health outcomes for patients.
  • Opportunities to connect with a broad European network of researchers and innovators.
  • Up-to-date IT hardware and software to enable your work.
  • Flexibility to work remotely.

Application Process

We welcome you to apply until 26 September 2025. Please send us your details via the link below.
The starting date is around 10 November 2025.

For questions about the recruitment process, please contact hr@eatris.eu

Link to application form

Download the official job description here

EATRIS is an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to providing an inclusive work environment for all employees. Hiring decisions are based on business needs, qualifications, and role requirements, without regard to gender, age, race, ethnic origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, caring responsibilities, or religious and political beliefs.