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Project Manager, Science Communication and Outreach (100%)

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Connecting people and science since 1890, Karger provides scientists, healthcare professionals, patients, and the broader public with reliable and tailored information in Health Sciences. Building upon a publishing portfolio of more than 100 reputable scholarly journals and the award-winning Fast Facts medical info series, Karger excels in medical education and omnichannel HCP engagement in multiple formats, including 3D animations, podcasts, AR/VR environments, and more. Academic institutions and both medical affairs and pharma marketing teams in the corporate space entrust Karger with their most demanding communication challenges. Independent and family-led in the fourth generation by Chairwoman Gabriella Karger, Switzerland-based Karger is present in 15 countries with a team of 200 dedicated professionals worldwide.

Location: UK / remote work only

Full time position – 40 hours per week.

For our Strategic Competence Center, we are looking for a motivated person to join our organization as a​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Project Manager, Science Communication and Outreach (100%)

(based in Abingdon, United Kingdom)

In this role, you will be part of the Strategic Competence Center, Outreach team and you will support the animation team to produce high-quality content and provide excellent service to each of our clients. This role combines creative oversight with client relationship management and production coordination.

This role is well suited for someone with a background in project management within creative industries, particularly animation, media production, or visual communications, and who thrives in client-facing roles with strong organizational and communication skills.


This multifaceted role includes:

  • Driving the ideation, development, and execution of animation projects from a project management perspective.
  • Managing client relationships, ensuring clear communication and alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Leading client calls to gather input and guide script development, voiceover, and scene descriptions.
  • Overseeing visual identity creation, including tailored formats such as 3D and house styles.
  • Coordinating the full production process - from script to storyboard to final animation -working closely with internal teams and external partners.
  • Managing supplementary deliverables such as translations, subtitles, and closed captions.
  • Tracking project progress using tools like Monday.com, Dropbox, and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Serving as the primary point of contact for client queries, escalating issues when necessary.
  • Supporting innovation in production workflows through an understanding of AI tools and technologies, helping identify opportunities for efficiency and creative enhancement.
  • From time to time, assisting in the development of other mixed media outputs such as infographics, illustrations, graphical abstracts, and innovative deliverables like interactive animations or virtual reality experiences, in line with evolving client and team needs.

Qualification and experience required:

  • Degree or experience in animation, media production, or project management.
  • Proven track record managing creative projects and client relationships.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Familiarity with tools like Monday.com, Dropbox, and Microsoft Office.
  • Understanding of animation workflows and visual styles.
  • Accountability and ownership of tasks and outcomes, with a strong attention to detail
  • Creative and innovative problem-solving
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Effective planning and organizational abilities, with agility under pressure and capacity to manage multiple priorities

What we offer:

  • Fully remote position
  • Flexible working hours
  • Company pension
  • Health & wellbeing program
  • A dynamic and international work environment

If you would like to take on the challenge this role presents, we look forward to receiving your application.

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