Communications Generalist
Company: Indiana University
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: May 7, 2024
Job Description:
DepartmentEAD - RESEARCH (IN-DRSP-IUINA)Job SummaryThe role of a
communications specialist in Research Affairs is crucial to
supporting the research priorities for the IU School of Medicine.
Department-Specific Responsibilities
- Creates and curates content for the various communication
channels and needs of Research Affairs. Examples include
newsletters, events and programs mailings and materials, the web
page, and reports. Ensures that all content is accurate, engaging,
and aligns with the school's research priorities.
- Manages the Research Affairs web site. This includes managing
the process for regular content reviews and updates and making
regular edits as well as maintaining accurate and up-to-date
information, creating visually appealing layouts within the design
framework, and optimizing content to meet the needs of the target
audience.
- Promotes events, programs, and services organized by the
office. This involves designing visually appealing and informative
event materials to attract attendees and ensure successful event
communication.
- Designs and creates visually compelling materials that adhere
to the university and school branding guidelines. This includes
designing templates for regular use and special materials for
conferences and presentations, and reports.
- Customizes communications to include language and messaging
aligning with needs and interests of target audience.
- Works closely with other team members and collaborators in
planning and implementing communication and messaging connected to
the Research Affairs team's activities.
- Supports ongoing/new projects, provides back- up for team
members, and completes other duties as assigned.
- Stays up to date with communication trends, best practices, and
emerging technologies.General Responsibilities
- Independently creates basic and complex communications for
print and e-distribution on behalf of department or functional area
within department and in support of departmental goals and
objectives; communications may be interdepartmental; staff,
faculty, or student-focused; or external.
- Responds to inquiries and requests and explains policies,
procedures, and context of communications.
- Manages relationships with various internal and external
stakeholders and creates communications coverage for relevant
initiatives, events, and programs.
- Prepares communications timelines and shares progress of
communications toward relevant deadlines with manager, team
members, and other relevant constituents.
- Regularly monitors relevant social media and news sites;
researches relevant subject matter to increase knowledge in area(s)
of specialty.
- Utilizes various communications software programs and delivers
communications in multiple formats to a variety of audiences.
- May provide guidance to lower-level Communications
Generalists.QualificationsCombinations of related education and
experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required
may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the
minimum required may be substituted for education.
EDUCATIONRequired
- Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, English,
public relations, or related field. WORK EXPERIENCERequired
- 2 years in relevant field. SKILLSRequired
- Proficient communication skills.
- Maintains a high degree of professionalism.
- Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills.
- Demonstrates a high commitment to quality.
- Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic
environment.
- Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty.
- Highly thorough and dependable.
- Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under
pressure.Preferred
- Seeks to improve communication strategies and enhance the
effectiveness of communication channels.
- Possesses a keen eye for detail to avoid errors or
misinformation. Precision and accuracy are crucial in communication
materials.
- Ability to handle multiple communication tasks and projects
simultaneously, often with tight deadlines.
- Demonstrates effective time management and prioritization
skills to ensure timely delivery of high-quality communication
materials.
- Possesses a clear understanding of the overall research
priorities.
- Ability to align their communication efforts with the broader
mission of advancing research and innovation.
- Possesses a deep understanding of the target audience. Working
Conditions / DemandsThis role requires the ability to effectively
communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office
productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as
well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the
campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the
essential functions with or without an accommodation.Work
LocationIndianapolis, IndianaBenefits OverviewFor full-time staff
employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits
including:
- Multiple plan options for medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
- Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
- Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to
vesting
- Additional supplemental retirement plan options
- Tuition benefit for IU classes
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Learn more about our benefits
by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.Job ClassificationCareer
Level: CareerFLSA: ExemptJob Function: Marketing &
CommunicationsJob Family: Communications GeneralistClick here to
learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.Posting
DisclaimerThis posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the
advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at
the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a
minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please
submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted
Date.If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with
your resume when uploading attachments.Equal Employment
OpportunityIndiana University is an equal employment and
affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits
discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic
information, marital status, national origin, disability status or
protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate
on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities,
including employment and admission, as required by Title IX.
Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the
U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the
university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of
Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.Campus
Safety and SecurityThe Annual Security and Fire Safety Report,
containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all
Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also
request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu
or by visiting IUPD.Contact UsRequest SupportTelephone:
812-856-1234
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