Communications, Social Media and Events Support Assistant

The European Spallation Source is hiring motivated and inspiring people from across the globe to design, construct and operate the world’s most powerful neutron source. We seek ambitious, talented people in a range of fields who are excited about playing a part in the future of science in Europe. The ESS is a partnership of 13 European countries and occupies a truly impressive campus based in the beautiful, cosmopolitan university city of Lund, Sweden – just 10 minutes from Malmö and 30 minutes from Copenhagen.

The Science Directorate is now looking to appoint a Communications, Social Media and Events Support Assistant to work on the EU-project RITIFI.

About the role:

You will join the Science Directorate Department to participate in the Horizon Europe “RITIFI” project which brings together Research and Technology infrastructure stakeholders from 19 European countries with the aim to improve the integration and structure of the European R&I landscape. Communications using social media, and organising workshops and events with industry are key elements of the project strategy.

Your main missions will be the following:


• to communicate and disseminate RITIFI results via the project’s social media channels in a clear and effective way, taking into consideration the specific needs of the various target groups
• to support events organisation, both networking within the project and industry engagement events
• to develop strategies to increase RITIFI follower count whilst adhering to the guidelines provided in the communication plan regarding objectives, goals and KPIs
• to stay up-to-date on our partner organisations’ activities and share their content with the wider community via RITIFI social media platforms.

This is a part-time (30% per week) contract until end of September 2025. Your workplace will be based at the ESS Campus in Lund, Sweden.

Occational travel may be required. 

About you:

To succeed in this role we believe you have the following: 


• A diploma at Masters level in communications, digital marketing, media studies or other relevant degree
• At least two years’ experience or on-the-job training in a similar position
• Past experience managing a professional Twitter and LinkedIn account for a company, organisation or EU project and a thorough understanding of social media platform functionalities
• Ability to take initiative and deliver original ideas to make the RITIFI social media channels and events stand out
• Professionalism, trustworthiness, self-motivation and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively under pressure
• Organized, well structured, solutions-oriented and service minded person enjoying working with other people
• A basic understanding or experience of the European Research Infrastructure landscape is an asset.
• Excellent written communication and editing skills in English are essential

Our work environment is characterised by fast growth, high rate of work, and an international atmosphere, you must therefore enjoy the diversity of such and have a personality suited for the challenges it holds. For this role, we need someone who can start as soon as possible! 

What can we offer?

Aside from the chance to work at truly unique big science project, you can also expect:


• An opportunity to contribute to the future discoveries within neutron science.
• A stunning, brand new workplace filled with innovative minds and brilliant people from across the globe.
• A challenging, innovative and stimulating work environment.
• Market competitive compensation that is individual and differentiated according to role, responsibilities, individual skills, abilities and achievements.
• 30 days of annual leave, as well as more than 10 days of public holiday and company days off or days with limited working hours.
• Monthly pension contributions on top of your salary.
• Flexible working arrangements and a real work-life balance.

If you see yourself in what we’re looking for, please provide your CV and motivation letter in English by clicking on “apply” and following the instructions. Please be aware that we can only accept direct applications made via the ESS website.

Certain roles at ESS require health and safety checks and/or security clearance procedures, which will be performed as part of the recruitment process.

We review applications continuously, so don’t miss out! Submit your application as soon as you can and quote the job reference number ESD-35532 in your application.

For more information regarding the ESS recruitment process, please contact Sara Tenggren – Recruitment Officer – at sara.tenggren@ess.eu. 

For trade union information, please contact Unionen representative Conny Wendt at conny.wendt@ess.eu or SACO/Swedish Association of Graduate Engineers representative Marc Kickulies at marc.kickulies@ess.eu.

We look forward to receiving your application soon!