Co-leader KIT team. Science communication expert for climate services

Context And MissionObtenga más información sobre las tareas generales relacionadas con esta oportunidad a continuación, así como sobre las habilidades requeridas.The Earth System Services Group (ESS) within the Earth Sciences Department aims to link science and society by developing climate and air quality services. These services are tailored to the needs of stakeholders in different socio-economic sectors of society such as renewable energies, agriculture, city planners or civil society.The group actively works in identifying user needs; quantifying the impact of weather, climate, aerosols and gaseous pollutants; developing user-centered services; and fostering the dissemination of the services, the technology and the knowledge. To do so, we have an interdisciplinary group with climate and air quality researchers, science communication experts, social scientists and an environmental economist. This diversity in the team can inform research lines, do applied research, and ensure knowledge and technology transfer.The ESS group is looking for a Science communication expert from any nationality to co‑lead the Knowledge and Integration Team (KIT). The candidate will take part in the knowledge transfer activities of the group with a focus on air quality and climate. Apart from performing science outreach, the candidate is expected to interact with target users, understand their information needs and expectations, create appropriate communication material, and manage and provide expert communication advice for the improvement of current operational services. For that, the candidate will be in close contact with climate scientists and advanced users of climate information.The successful candidate is expected to learn about the research topics of the projects, interact with the data visualization team to guide the re‑design of operational services, plan and carry out communication and user engagement activities at the international level, and promote clustering activities between different projects. Working experience in multidisciplinary and international teams is key for the position.The selected candidate will benefit from advanced applied research training and BSC‑CNS staff benefits (good and highly stimulating working environment, ticket restaurant, private health insurance, etc.).Key DutiesPlan, coordinate and carry out communication, dissemination and user‑engagement activities in EU‑funded projectsSupervise and advise the development of air quality, airborne dust and climate services.Work in the content and format of key user‑oriented dissemination material (leaflets, fact sheets, websites etc.).Coordinate with external providers to prepare videos, leaflets and other on‑line and printed material.Define Key Performance Indicators for all the dissemination and user engagement activities and report them periodically for each project.Coordinate with other projects and initiatives to organize technical dissemination and user‑engagement activities in international conferences and other events.Travel to relevant conferences, events, workshops and project meetings.Liaise with the communication team at BSC to promote the dissemination of the key outcomes of the projects.Co‑lead KIT teamRequirementsEducationA PhD in sciences or PhD in Communication and JournalismMaster in science communication or specific communication training required.Other backgrounds are accepted if the candidate can demonstrate previous experience in science communication.Essential Knowledge and Professional ExperienceAt least 4 years of experience in science communication positions.Additional Knowledge and Professional ExperienceBackground knowledge on air quality, meteorology or climate will be highly valued.Experience in managing small teams or project management skills will be valued.Professional experience in European institutions or International organisations will be an asset.Experience in Dissemination of EU‑funded projects will be an asset.CompetencesExcellent written and verbal communication skills in English.Ability to work in a professional environment within a multidisciplinary and international team. xsgfvud Good public speaking skills.ConditionsThe position will be located at BSC within the Earth Sciences DepartmentWe offer a full‑time contract a good working environment, a highly stimulating environment with state‑of‑the‑art infrastructure, flexible working hours, extensive training plan, restaurant tickets, private health insurance, support to the relocation proceduresDuration: Open‑ended contract due to technical and scientific activities linked to the project and budget durationHolidays: 22 days of holidays + 6 personal days + 24th and 31st of December per our collective agreementSalary: we offer a competitive salary commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the candidate and according to the cost of living in BarcelonaStarting date: asap#J-18808-Ljbffr