Job Opportunity at EMBO in Germany: Graphic Designer

The European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) and the European Molecular Biology Organization (EMBO) is offering a Graphic Designer job with a contract duration of 3 years in heidelberg, Germany. EMBL's Communications department is responsible for effectively communicating the activities of the EMBO Programmes to support life scientists and for further strengthening the reputation of EMBO in the scientific community throughout Europe and beyond.

About EMBL:-

The European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) is a molecular biology research institution supported by 27 member states. EMBL trains students and scientists to perform world-class biological research, and it provides state-of-the-art technologies for a wide range of scientific and experimental services. Research at EMBL is conducted by approximately 85 independent groups covering the spectrum of molecular biology for the purpose of a better understanding of the molecular basis of life.

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• Be responsible for creating and designing digital and printed materials for a number of EMBO communications activities.
• Define and update design guidelines for the newly established EMBO design, and implement the new design across EMBO.
• Work closely with the Head of Marketing & Communications, the other communications team members and the EMBO Programme teams to further advance EMBO’s visibility and reputation.
• Work closely with the EMBO web designer to produce key visuals and layouts for digital communications.
• Work on all stages of the design process, from concept through to production, including of printed and online ads, brochures, posters, flyers, certificates, printed and online banners, the EMBO newsletter, e-mail campaigns, illustrations, covers, and collateral materials.
• Help ensure consistent branding across communications channels.
• Create slide presentations to represent the organization’s activities and its communities.
• Perform additional tasks as required by the Head of Marketing and Communications and the EMBO Director.

• 3-5 years of design experience with technical and professional training.
• A strong design aesthetic and a diverse portfolio showing outstanding conceptual skills and proficiency in typography, illustration and layout.
• An interest in the field of molecular biology and an ability to analyse information and derive and create design concepts.
• High quality- and result-oriented working habits with a desire to innovate in design.
• A team player attitude – you are engaged, flexible, positive and enthusiastic.
• Attention to detail, flexibility and excellent organizational skills in order to administer a range of activities in parallel.
• The following technical skills:
• Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Powerpoint, Excel).
• A good understanding of current web technologies and interface design, including proficiency in editing HTML/CSS and understanding responsive web design.
• Excellent written and oral English language skills.
• Preferred Skills:
• Experience in working in a service and goal-oriented working environment.
• A background in the life sciences.