Project assistance “Platinum Open Access Funding” (PLATO)

Job Description

The “Platinum Open Access Funding” (PLATO) project is a national, third-party funded project funded by swissuniversities to promote science-led open access publishing in Switzerland, which is supported by six Swiss universities. The project started in 2022 and will end in December 2024. To support the project manager, we are looking for a project assistant from March 1st to December 31st, 2024.

Your tasks

As a project assistant, you will work closely with the project manager. You will be involved in the organization and on-site support of project events, support in external project communication (including internet presence, social media, project publications) and in organizing an open peer review process. You will also undertake proofreading and, if necessary, translation work or coordinate translations.

your profile

You have a completed bachelor’s degree, preferably in the social sciences or humanities, and an interest in science management and open access topics. We are looking for an organizational talent with very good communication skills. Your way of working is characterized by quick comprehension, a high degree of self-organization and care. We assume that you are willing to attend on-site appointments.

We offer you

We offer a versatile and varied job in the field of science management.

workplace

Remote with occasional on-site appointments at the partner institutions

Start of job

The position will start on March 1, 2024. The position is limited until December 31, 2024.
Please submit your application with the usual documents in a PDF document electronically by January 19, 2024. The interviews will take place online in early February 2024.