Company Description

At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, physicists and engineers are probing the fundamental structure of the universe. Using the world’s largest and most complex scientific instruments, they study the basic constituents of matter – fundamental particles that are made to collide together at close to the speed of light. The process gives physicists clues about how particles interact, and provides insights into the fundamental laws of nature. Find out more on http://home.cern.

Job Description

Introduction

Does the idea of making technically possible hundreds of on-site, off-site and online events that reach thousands of participants (visit.cern/events)motivate you? Do you thrive in a fast-paced diverse working environment with many challenges? CERN offers an exciting opportunity within the International Relations Sector to play a key role as an audiovisual operator and a stage manager in CERN Science Gateway’s brand new public spaces, including its 900-seat auditorium.

Functions

• As audio-visual (A/V) technical specialist, you will, amongst other tasks:
  • Participate in planning and setting up the layout for necessary A/V material and equipment for up to 300 on-site and off-site events each year.
  • Review, install and maintain technical equipment.
  • Act as audio-visual operator and stage manager for the various events in the CERN Science Gateway and in the Globe of Science and Innovation.
  • Provide technical and safety expertise and advice to organisers of the events.
  • Interface with other CERN services: Safety, Conference Rooms Support team, Logistics, Guards etc.
  • Provide A/V expertise to the Science Gateway technical support team for exhibitions, laboratories, and public spaces (exhibits, screens, audio systems etc).

• As a member of the Science Gateway technical support team, support logistical tasks for the set-up of rooms, preparation of activities and general maintenance of the entire facility

Qualifications

Technical certificate or general secondary education or equivalent relevant experience in the field of Audio-Visual Technology or a related field.

Certification in industry standard audio-visual protocols (Dante, NDI, etc.) is an asset.

Experience:

• Extensive experience in
  • Audio-visual equipment installation, maintenance and operation
  • Audio-visual operations and stage manager for conferences, artistic performances, film screenings, theatre plays, music performances, video capture and other stage performances etc.
  • Online events (streaming, recording)
  • Events logistics
  • Events safety
• Any proven experience in technical support for exhibitions, guided tours, off-site events, public and educational spaces is an asset.

Technical competencies:

• Audio-visual production
• Knowledge and deployment of computing hardware
• Installation, operation and maintenance (preventive and corrective) of computing systems
• Operation and maintenance of networks

Behavioural competencies:

• Achieving Results: having a structured and organised approach towards work; being able to set priorities and plan tasks with results in mind ; Allocating appropriate amount of time for completing tasks
• Working in Teams: building and maintaining constructive and effective work relationships
• Managing Self: maintaining a positive outlook even in difficult situations; demonstrating resilience and persistence in response to setbacks and adversity
• Solving Problems: anticipating obstacles; assessing alternative solutions in order to have a fall-back plan
• Demonstrating Flexibility: adapting quickly and resourcefully to shifting priorities and requirements

Language skills:

Spoken and written English or French: ability to understand and speak the other language in routine situations.

Additional Information

Eligibility and closing date:

Diversity has been an integral part of CERN’s mission since its foundation and is an established value of the Organization. Employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We welcome applications from all Member States and Associate Member States.

This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 04.03.2024

Employment Conditions

Contract type: Limited duration contract (5 years). Subject to certain conditions, holders of limited-duration contracts may apply for an indefinite position.

These functions require:

• Residence in the immediate vicinity of the Organization’s installations.
• Work during nights, Sundays and official holidays.
• A valid driving licence.
• Shift work, when required by the needs of the Organization.
• Stand-by duty, when required by the needs of the Organization.

Job grade: 3-4

Job reference: IR-SG-TF-2024-10-LD

Benchmark Job Title: Computing Technician