PICs@ICFO Strategic Initiative: PIXEurope Pilot Line Communication Officer

ICFO is coordinating the PIXEurope Pilot Line, a flagship initiative under the European Chips JU framework focused on Advanced Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs). PIXEurope is a distributed Pilot Line involving 20 partners from across Europe, combining expertise in a broad range of materials, technologies, and applications to drive innovation and industrial uptake of PIC-based solutions.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Communication Officer to lead and execute the communication strategy for the PIXEurope initiative. The successful candidate will work closely with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure coherent, impactful, and strategic dissemination of the project’s objectives, progress, and results.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-visibility European initiative with long-term impact on the technological landscape and industrial innovation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Communication Officer will be responsible for:

• Designing and implementing a comprehensive communication and dissemination strategy tailored to PIXEurope’s goals and audience.
  
• Acting as the central liaison for all communication-related matters between ICFO, the project consortium, and the Chips JU.
  
• Coordinating with communication teams across the consortium and Chips JU, and aligning efforts with related pilot-line initiatives.
  
Creating and managing content for various formats and audiences, including:

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  • Scientific and technological updates
    
  • General public outreach
    
  • Project website and social media
    
  • Press releases and media kits


• Supervising the production of promotional materials and branding assets.
  
• Presenting project progress and outcomes to stakeholders, policymakers, and the public.
  
• Managing media relations and maintaining a network of relevant press contacts.
  
• Monitoring communication impact using analytics tools and reporting outcomes.
  
• Supporting consortium partners with communication needs, including event promotion, conference visibility, and internal dissemination efforts.
  
• Maintaining and regularly updating the project website with dynamic content.

This contract has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon Europe under the Grant Agreement # 101213744, Chips Joint Undertaking (Chips JU) and the Spanish Ministry for Digital Transformation and Civil Service, and is supported by funds from the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan (PRTR).

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QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Degree in science, or engineering (physics, chemistry, or engineering background highly valued).
  
• Minimum 3 years of experience in science communication, journalism, or related fields.
  
• Proven experience with large-scale European or international projects, ideally within scientific or technological domains.
  
• Proficiency in content creation tools such as Adobe Creative Suite and multimedia editing software.
  
• Excellent writing and communication skills, adaptable to a range of audiences.
  
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines independently.
  
• High level of initiative, creativity, and problem-solving abilities.
  
• Comfortable working in a multicultural, international environment.
  
• Native or fluent English; proficiency in Spanish, Catalan, or other European languages is a plus.
  
• Willingness to travel occasionally for project meetings and events.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Indefinite contract for scientific and technical activities pursuant to Spanish Law 14/2011, linked to the duration or availability of funds within the PIXEurope Pilot Line.
  
• The opportunity to shape and influence the development of cutting-edge photonic infrastructure with global impact.
  
• A collaborative and interdisciplinary environment at the interface of academia, industry, and innovation.
  
• A competitive salary according to ICFO’s internal scales and a family allowance, if applicable, in line with institutional policy.

This position will report to the Prof. Dr. Valerio Pruneri, Director of the European Chips JU Pilot Line PIXEurope, in close coordination with the Communication Operational Team.

Suitable candidates are requested to submit:

• A presentation letter outlining your interest in the position.
  
• A curriculum vitae, including full contact information.

For formal enquiries regarding the application process, please contact: [email protected]

For project and technology enquiries, please contact: [email protected]

Learn more about the hosting group: Optoelectronics Group at ICFO

30th of June, 2025