The European Society of Radiology (ESR) is a non-political and non-profit organisation dedicated to strengthening and uniting European Radiology. With more than 135,000 members worldwide, it has become the largest radiological society that organises one of the most innovative scientific congresses in this field, the European Congress of Radiology (ECR), in Vienna.

EU politics and international guidelines have a growing impact on healthcare in Europe, particularly medical imaging. The ESR closely monitors EU legislation and initiatives and has successfully built relations with relevant EU institutions, international organisations, and other stakeholders over the last years. The main aim of the ESR is to be acknowledged as a major stakeholder in EU health policies and involved in consultation processes for new legislative initiatives in this field.

Tasks

• Work as a member of the ESR department of European and International Affairs
• Monitor, analyse and comment on the development of EU policy initiatives and projects relevant to the radiology profession
• Develop position papers and presentations for the ESR on key topics and issues together with the ESR’s experts
• Institutional relations and outreach, regular interactions with EU Institutions (EP, EC, Council) and European health stakeholders
• Collect, analyse and summarise reports, surveys
• Participate in various events, working meetings, etc.

Requirements

• University degree in a relevant field of study (e.g. political science, European studies, health economics, law, medicine)
• Excellent command of English language (C2)
• Familiarity with European institutions and related decision-making processes and, ideally, with the European health sector
• Minimum one year of work experience in European public policy
• Experience in public affairs, producing position papers, briefings and press releases
• Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills

Benefits

• A modern office in the heart of Vienna (U1, U2, U3 and U4)
• An exciting and empowering company culture with passionate people
• A diverse set of tasks in a meaningful and international setting
• Possibility to work in Home Office from time to time
• Possibility to work flexitime
• Paid lunch break

The monthly gross salary for this job vacancy (38,5h) is at least € 3,000
(14 times per year). The final salary can be negotiated and depends on your relevant experience and qualifications.

Are you interested in joining our team?

We are looking forward to receiving your application!

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The applicant must hold a valid work permit for Austria!

The applicant must be willing and able to commute to our office in Vienna on a regular basis!