Social Media Officer

About VIB

VIB is a leading international research institute in the life sciences. Our mission is clear and ambitious : to turn our curiosity into groundbreaking scientific discoveries and translate them into innovations that improve the health of people and the planet. Our passion for cutting-edge science extends beyond the laboratory : we want our knowledge and insights to find their way to where they can really make a difference.

With more than 2.000 researchers and staff, we do impactful science in molecular biology and biotechnology. At VIB, we believe that science only advances when people work together. That is why we build bridges — between research and society, between innovation and industry, and between science and the general public.The role

Creative and hands-on content creator with a passion for science

As a Content Creator, you translate complex science into accessible and engaging content. In doing so, you strengthen brand awareness, employer branding, and community engagement, and bring science to life.

Main responsibilities :

Content creation

You translate scientific content into accessible and attractive visuals, videos, reels, and social content. This includes creating strong short-form videos (behind the scenes, explainer videos, reels) and editing them quickly and cleanly.

You work closely with researchers and the communications team to convey the scientific message accurately and attractively.

You help devise creative formats, campaigns, and new forms of content to increase engagement.

You write fluently in English and Dutch.

You use AI smartly for copy variants, concepts, formats, scripts, visuals, subtitles, and workflow.

You experiment (and learn) with tools to produce faster and better, without losing the brand style.

Content planning and monitoring

You develop and manage the content plan for our social media channels (LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, etc.), and you also implement it with an eye for consistent tone of voice and quality.

You are responsible for monitoring and analyzing social media performance and respond to this in order to grow our channels year after year.

You manage our online communities, respond to comments, and reinforce our content through key stakeholders.

Your profile

Someone who is energized by impactful content and feels at home in a scientific environment.

You have a scientific background or a strong affinity with science.

At least 2 years of experience in marketing / communication / content, preferably in a scientific or B2B environment where you worked in a truly hands-on capacity.

You can work independently : you see work, deliver, and make adjustments without needing lots of briefings

You have a real feel for video (recording, editing) and content creation

You are digitally savvy : paid social media does not scare you, and you can translate figures into actions.

Experience with AI tools and design and video programs (Canca, Adobe, Premiere, After Effects) is a plus.

You write fluently in English and Dutch.

Our offer

A creative and varied job in a top institute

Room to experiment, learn, and be entrepreneurial

A team that works hard, but also likes to laugh together and is proud of what we achieve

A competitive salary with benefits and flexible working options

Not a 100% perfect match, but do you have the right affinity with the above and a sky-high motivation to learn? Then we would love to hear from you!How to apply?

Interested to join? Please apply via the online VIB career portal (https : / / jobs.vib.be / apply / 131010 ) with your CV and motivation letter. We look forward to meet you. Questions about the vacancy? Email us at recruiting@hr.be.