CERN Courier Magazine Associate Editor (SR-ECO-CO-2026-143-GRAP) — CERN
- Location
- Genève
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 7 days ago
Role overview
Are you passionate about particle physics?
Do you have a flair for a phrase?
Would you like to work at the world's leading particle-physics laboratory, communicating the latest developments in high-energy physics to a global audience?
- Are you passionate about particle physics?
- Do you have a flair for a phrase?
- Your responsibilities
- As an associate editor, you will help to drive forward the Courier's print and online presence as part of a small but dynamic team. Your core tasks will include:
- Research experience in high-energy physics or a closely related field.
- Experience in writing, editing and publishing, or the aptitude to rapidly develop these skills. Skills
Main responsibilities
- Your responsibilities
- As an associate editor, you will help to drive forward the Courier's print and online presence as part of a small but dynamic team. Your core tasks will include:
- Liaising with the global high-energy physics community to keep the Courier at the forefront of developments in experimental and theoretical particle physics, accelerator physics, astroparticle physics and cosmology.
- Generating ideas, fact checking and proofreading.
- Commissioning and editing expert-authored feature articles.
- Interviewing leading physicists.
- Writing news, features and other articles.
- Curating the cerncourier.com website and managing social media.
- Taking responsibility for the timely production of several sections of the magazine.
- Liaising with publishing partners, partner institutions, authors and readers.
Key requirements
- Research experience in high-energy physics or a closely related field.
- Experience in writing, editing and publishing, or the aptitude to rapidly develop these skills. Skills
- Communicating complex topics with clarity, accuracy, concision and flair.
- Adapting your communication to the needs of different audiences.
- Knowledge of particle physics and research methodologies.
- The ability to write and edit fluently in English.
- Attention to detail and quality management.
- Service orientation.
- Empathy and active listening.
- Curiosity and independent research.
- Critical and creative thinking.
- Resilience, flexibility and adaptability.
Application process
- Experienced science journalists with a physics background are also encouraged to apply. of CERN
Company and context
- 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!
- More information about us, here: careers.cern
Additional details
- Experienced science journalists with a physics background are also encouraged to apply.
- As an associate editor, you will help to drive forward the Courier's print and online presence as part of a small but dynamic team. Your core tasks will include:
- Experience in writing, editing and publishing, or the aptitude to rapidly develop these skills.
- Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French. Eligibility criteria:
- Contract duration: 24 months, with a possible extension up to 36 months maximum. Job flexibility: Fully Onsite Target start date: 01-November-2026 Job reference: SR-ECO-CO-2026-143-GRAP
- Field of work: Communication & Stakeholder Management Benchmark job: 5A0020
- Communications/Public Relations /External Relations Professional
Notes and original content
- As an associate editor, you will help to drive forward the Courier's print and online presence as part of a small but dynamic team.
- Your core tasks will include:
- Your profile
- Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French.
- Eligibility criteria:
- Contract duration: 24 months, with a possible extension up to 36 months maximum.
- Job flexibility: Fully Onsite
- Target start date: 01-November-2026
- Job reference: SR-ECO-CO-2026-143-GRAP
- Field of work: Communication & Stakeholder Management
Questions about this listing
What salary does CERN offer for this role?
CERN lists CHF 83'500 - 126'500 gross per year for this position in Genève. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does CERN offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with CERN during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Geneva?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Geneva can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Geneva's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
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