Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum DKFZ | Germany | 69xxx Heidelberg | Temporary contract | Part time - flexible / Full time / Home office | Published since: 14.01.2026 on stepstone.de
Medical journalist / online editor (m/f/d)
The German Cancer Research Centre (DKFZ) is one of the largest cancer research centres in Europe. “Research for a life without cancer” is our mission and for this our world-class scientists work together with all employees. We investigate how cancer is created, identify cancer risk factors and look for new strategies that prevent people from suffering from cancer. We develop new methods that allow tumours to be diagnosed more precisely and cancer patients to be treated more successfully. Every contribution counts – whether in research, administration or infrastructure. This makes our daily work so meaningful and exciting. The Cancer Information Service (KID) of the German Cancer Research Centre provides in a comprehensible language current, quality-tested knowledge of cancer by telephone, e-mail and on the Internet. The offer is aimed at both citizens and professionals. Due to public funding, all offers for users are free of charge, independent, free of conflicts of interest and advertising. To support the Working Group "Internet und Social Media" we are looking for a:n medical journalist:in / online editor:in (m/w/d). Reference number: 2026-0002 Heidelberg University Full time Cancer Information Service
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In close cooperation with a dedicated editorial team, you create high-quality and evidence-based content for the website www.krebsinformationsdienst.de, for the social media channels of the Cancer Information Service as well as for websites and online portals of project partners. Your tasks include: Searching, updating and updating online information texts on cancer Write current news from oncology Working with the image and video editor for Web and Social Media Editorial support of the social media channels of the Cancer Information Service Participation in internal quality management and the conceptual development of the web and social media offering A responsible, relevant and versatile working environment awaits you in a dedicated and creative team in the field of digital health communication. After a start-up phase in presence, you have the opportunity to work on 2 days a week in the home office (at a 5-day week).
You have a completed scientific or medical degree (e.g. human medicine, biology, pharmacy). In addition, you will bring training or well-founded professional experience in science or medical journalism. Experiences in online journalism, search engine-optimized writing (SEO), dealing with AI and social media management are beneficial. It gives you great pleasure to prepare complex medical issues in a comprehensible and targeted manner. At the same time, you are able to research original scientific publications as well as specialist and study databases and evaluate the evidence of researched facts. We require interest in oncology, as well as excellent knowledge in dealing with MS Office, experiences with content management systems and the willingness to teamwork. Knowledge of image processing and video production is desirable. Very good German language skills in word and writing (comparable with native language levels) and very good English skills complete your profile.
Excellent framework conditions: state-of-the-art infra structure and capacity for international exchange at top level 30 days off Flexible working times Compensation according to TV-L including occupational pensions and benefits Possibility of mobile work and part-time work Family friendly working environment Continuing to work: completed German-land job ticket Develop your full potential: targeted offers for your personal development promote your talents Our company health management offers a comprehensive range of services for your well-being
Location
 | Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum DKFZ | |
| 69120 Heidelberg | ||
| Germany |
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