Scientific Communication Editor

We are looking for a creative and strategically minded Scientific Communication Editor to join our Marketing and Communications Editorial team, who can transform complex scientific content into clear, engaging, and high-quality communication. If you are motivated by intellectual challenges, have a strong sense of editorial responsibility, and are passionate about making science accessible and visible both in Hungary and internationally, you will find a meaningful and inspiring professional working environment with us.

At HUN-REN, you can expect the following responsibilities:

• Editing, developing, and curating scientific and institutional content for Hungarian and international audiences.
• Translating research results into clear, accurate, and engaging communication materials.
• Producing, editing, publishing, and quality-assuring scientific and communication content in both Hungarian and English.
• Supporting the visibility of HUN-REN’s research in strategic areas such as security, artificial intelligence, digital transformation, sustainability, and healthy living.
• Collaborating closely with researchers, research groups, institutional leaders, and communication colleagues.
• Managing and further developing HUN-REN’s communication platforms’ content
• Ensuring consistency, quality, and credibility across English-language publications and platforms.
• Supporting communication strategies that strengthen HUN-REN’s national and international presence.

The ideal candidate for this position will:

• Hold a university degree.
• Have at least 5 years of experience in the field of communications or copywriting, jourmalism
• Demonstrate advanced English language skills in a professional environment.
• Be able to generate and implement new ideas, demonstrating creativity and strong motivation.
• Have a proven track record in scientific communication, editing, or content development.

• Be able to translate complex research into clear, engaging, and accessible stories for both national and international audiences.
• Possess excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills in English and Hungarian.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, building strong professional relationships.
• Demonstrate creativity, proactivity, and a strong ability to contribute to innovative communication strategies.
• Be passionate about making science visible, impactful, and relevant to society.

An advantage if you have:

• Previous experience in journalism.

What we offer:

• A stable, long-term career opportunity
• An inspiring, science-driven and innovation-focused environment
• A professional and supportive team
• Continuous opportunities for professional growth and training
• A competitive compensation package
• Flexible partial remote work in line with company policy
• A conveniently located, easily accessible workplace

Documents and certificates to be submitted as part of the application:

• A motivation letter detailing the applicant’s previous work experience and its relevance to the position applied for, including salary expectations;
• A detailed professional curriculum vitae;
• A declaration by the applicant consenting to the processing of the personal data contained in the application materials, as required in connection with the recruitment procedure.

Type of employment: Full-time, permanent position, subject to a three-month probation period.

Place of work: HUN-REN (1052 Budapest, Alkotmány utca 29.)

Method of application: Applications must be submitted electronically to the HUN-REN Centre via email to allaspalyazatok@hun-ren.hu, with the subject line “ Scientific Communication Editor”.

Information on data processing:

Pursuant to Article 6(1)(a) of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data (General Data Protection Regulation – GDPR), the applicant hereby consents to the processing, to the extent necessary, of the personal data contained in the application materials submitted for the job vacancy announced by the HUN-REN Centre, in connection with the recruitment procedure. The applicant also consents to the disclosure of the application materials to persons authorised to access them in accordance with the relevant legislation and the Organisational and Operational Regulations of the HUN-REN Centre.

Furthermore, the applicant declares that the data provided correspond to the data recorded in their valid official identification documents (identity card, passport, address card, tax card, social security card).

Information on data processing:
The data management and data protection policy of the HUN-REN Centre is available on the website: https://hun-ren.hu/

The position may be filled immediately following the completion of the selection process.

Procedure for evaluating applications:

Candidates to be invited for a personal interview will be selected based on the evaluation of the submitted applications and a short online interview. Following the personal interviews, a recommendation will be submitted to the CEO of HUN-REN, who will make the final decision regarding the appointment. The employer reserves the right to declare the recruitment process unsuccessful. Applicants will be informed of the outcome of the selection process via email.