As a project author (m/w/d) you develop a near-future novel based on the trend and scenario analyses of innovation management and on the basis of our research programs. The aim is to transform disruptive research topics of the cyber agency into narrative forms with a time horizon of 10 to 15 years and thus make it accessible to a wider, technology-affin audience. Your tasks in detail: 2- to 3-month research phase and plot development in close cooperation with innovation management, including interviews with experts from cyber security, technology and public administration. 6-month writing phase to create a narrative near-future novel that takes on innovative technological and societal scenarios of cyber agency innovation management and other actors. 3-month revision and finalisation phase in close cooperation with the publisher; Close cooperation with the cyber agency communication team; Participation in the conceptual development of accompanying measures and participation in public events such as readings or podcasts, public relations support, participation in meetings and events of the cyber agency As a project author or author, you are part of the cyber agency's innovation management. You support the Head of Innovation Management and participate in meetings, dates and formats of innovation management.

A completed university degree in a literature, spiritual or scientific field; proven experience in literary writing, preferably with published works in the field of science fiction or speculative future literature; strong analytical and creative skills as well as a strong interest in technological, security and social future issues; readiness to participate actively in the cyber agency’s research environment; security in written expression (German or English) as well as pleasure in communicating complex content; Openness for interdisciplinary cooperation with research, communication and publishing; Loadability, creativity and a safe occurrence. Remarkable experience in science journalism research; knowledge of current debates in the field of cybersecurity, security and technology ethics; Voluntary accompaniment of the project even after the 12-month period of employment, for example at book fairs or last publishing works.

A collegial and value-adding working environment in a motivated team with an open and diverse corporate culture; An attractive location with very good connection in the middle of Germany; An extraordinary project at the interface of literature, technology and strategic research; access to exclusive research scenarios and expert networks; intensive support by experienced communication experts and an external lecturer; Possibility to form a literary format of future and scientific communication; Flexible work opportunities at the locations Halle (Saale) and Dresden. Our offer An exciting working environment in a motivated team; project contract with fixed duration over 12 months; Honoration based on the TVÖD, based on the qualification and scope of services; free space for creative, literary development with professional support; cooperation with a renowned publisher in the field of science fiction; integration into the public appearance of the cyber agency; Modern working environment, open corporate culture, short decision-making procedures; Flexible and core-time-free work as well as the option of working up to 60% on the mobile after incorporation; 30 days holiday; grant to the job ticket; Operational health management. .