
Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences
Media & Graphic Design Manager (f/m/x)
CECAD Cluster of Excellence
We are one of the largest and oldest universities in Europe and one of the most important employers in our region. Our broad range of subjects, the dynamic development of our main research areas and our central location in Cologne make us attractive for students and researchers from around the world. We offer a wide range of career opportunities in science, technology, and administration.
The Cologne Cluster of Excellence on Aging and Aging-associated Diseases (CECAD) aims to define the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying the aging process as potential novel targets for prevention, early diagnosis, treatment of aging-associated diseases and to foster healthy aging. To establish the new platform “Science Communication, Public Relations, and Visibility,” a team of three part-time positions with different areas of responsibility will be set up at the CECAD office.
Please also note the job postings TUV2511-10 and TUV2511-12.
YOUR TASKS
You
are responsible for the CECAD website content management system (Typo3), including overall design, layout, content coordination, and back-end administration, in close collaboration with the supporting web agency
develop, implement, and take care of the ongoing maintenance of internal digital communication channels
illustrate CECAD‘s science via the creation, acquisition, and editing of diverse media formats, including photography, film, podcasts, or video productions
design and produce graphics for various communication and outreach purposes, such as scientific reports, posters, infographics, advertisements, events, etc
support your team members and the CECAD Central Office in superior and larger projects and tasks
WE OFFER
A varied range of tasks in an international and interdisciplinary environment
A diverse working environment with equal opportunities
Support in balancing work and family life
Extensive advanced training opportunities
Occupational health management offers
Flexible working time models
The University of Cologne promotes equal opportunities and diversity. Women will be considered preferentially in accordance with the Equal Opportunities Act of North Rhine-Westphalia (Landesgleichstellungsgesetz – LGG NRW). We also expressly welcome applications from all suitable candidates regardless of their gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity.
The position is available immediately on a part-time basis (19,92hours per week). The position is to be filled for a fixed term until 31.12.2032. If the applicant meets the relevant wage requirements and personal qualifications, the salary will be based on remuneration group 11 TV-L of the pay scale for the German public sector.
Please apply online with proof of the required qualifications without photo under: https://jobportal.uni-koeln.de. The reference number is TUV2511-11. The application deadline is 16.12.2025. For further inquiries, please contact Dr Sibylle Grandel (sgrandel@uni-koeln.de).
YOUR PROFILE
Completed degree in (Digital) Media or Graphic Design, or an equivalent qualification
Proficiency in content management systems, preferably Typo3
Work experience with professional graphic design software, affinity for working with AI-based tools
Proven experience in creating and editing various media formats and graphics, as well as an interest and curiosity in further developing these skills for the purpose of communicating and explaining scientific content
Independent, structured and detail-oriented way of working combined with excellent communication skills and proficiency in written and spoken English and German
You would like to work in a scientific environment and are interested to transfer CECAD‘s research and support our community
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