Permanent | Fulltime/40h | Belvaux

Your work environment

The European Space Resources Innovation Centre (ESRIC) is a joint initiative of the Luxembourg Space Agency (LSA), the European Space Agency (ESA) and the Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST).

ESRIC aims to become an internationally recognized centre of expertise for scientific, technical, business and economic aspects related to the use of space resources for human and robotic exploration, as well as for a future in-space economy.

You will be part of ESRIC

ESRIC exists in a rapidly changing international environment. Being part of this new adventure and contributing to build successful activities with ESRIC’s partners is common to all of ESRIC’s team.

ESRIC is implemented as a department of LIST, with a dedicated governance structure that includes its partners LSA, ESA and LIST. It is conducting activities along three main areas: Research and testing facilities, Business support and incubation, and Community management.

The primary objective of ESRIC is to research, develop and improve the understanding and performance of processes enabling the utilization of space resources with an initial focus on the Moon. 

What you will be doing?

You will oversee the organisation of ESRIC’s community management activities. You will contribute to the internal and external communication of ESRIC, in close interaction with the communication departments of LSA, ESA and LIST.

Hence, the following tasks will be part of your day-to-day work:

• Organise and execute the implementation of stakeholder community building and engagement actions (for example events and workshops);
• Organise the annual Space Resources Week event, working with partners, sponsors and the programme committee
• Manage the internal and external communication of ESRIC and coordinate the communication with ESRIC’s partners (LIST, ESA, LSA);
• Build and sustain ESRIC’s brand and reputation and increase its visibility;
• Design and develop content production, including for ESRIC’s incubator programme (print, web and video production);
• Maintain ESRIC’s website and manage its social media accounts;
• Manage key issues related to media relations;
• Create presentations.

Which profile we are looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing or communications;

• 5 to 10 years of experience ideally in the field of innovation, technology or research;

• Be autonomous, organised, flexible, resourceful and able to handle complex topics/to work with multiple partners;

• You have strong editorial skills, having proven experience in drafting and creating content for different purposes, attractive to multiple addressees in different formats; traditional media and social media as well as other web based communication channels 

• Excellent problem-solving, organisational and communication skills;

• Able to respect deadlines 

• Respect the need to be discrete and confidential when handling sensitive files;

• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft tools (Word, PowerPoint, Excel);

• Excellent command of English is a must, good knowledge of German and French is an asset.

Your ESRIC and LIST benefits

• An organization with a passion for impact and strong RDI partnerships in Luxembourg and Europe that works on responsible and independent research projects
• Sustainable by design, empowering our belief that we play an essential role in paving the way to a green society
• Innovative infrastructures and exceptional labs occupying more than 5,000 square metres, including innovations in all that we do
• An environment encouraging curiosity, innovation and entrepreneurship in all areas
• Personalized learning programme to foster our staff’s soft and technical skills
• Multicultural and international work environment with more than 50 nationalities represented in our workforce
• Diverse and inclusive work environment empowering our people to fulfil their personal and professional ambitions
• Gender-friendly environment with multiple actions to attract, develop and retain women in science
• 32 days’ paid annual leave, 11 public holidays, 13-month salary, statutory health insurance
• Flexible working hours, home working policy and access to lunch vouchers

Has this vacancy caught your interest?

Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by email will not be considered.

Your application must include:

• A motivation letter oriented towards the position and detailing your experience;
• A scientific CV with contact details;
• List of publications (and patents, if applicable);
• Contact details of 2 references.

Application procedure and conditions

• We kindly request applicants to provide their nationality for statistical purposes only, as part of our commitment to promoting diversity and ensuring equal opportunities in our workforce. This information will be kept confidential and will not be used for any discriminatory purposes.
• ESRIC is dedicated to maintaining an inclusive work environment and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to attracting, hiring, and retaining a diverse workforce. All applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on national origin, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, age, or disability.
• Applications will be continuously reviewed until the position is filled. An assessment committee will thoroughly evaluate applications, adhering to guidelines designed to ensure equal opportunities. The primary criteria for selection will be the alignment of the applicant's existing skills and expertise with the requirements mentioned above.