Research Communications Specialist (Hybrid optional)
University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, IN
Duration: Full Time
Research Communications Specialist (Hybrid optional)
University of Notre Dame
The University of Notre Dame (https://jobs.nd.edu) is accepting applications for a Research Communications Specialist (Hybrid optional).
Applications will be accepted until 09/04/2024.
The Notre Dame Research Communications (NDRC) team provides strategic support and guidance, as well as execution, for ND's research communications needs, especially within its approximately 25 reporting units. NDR is now searching for a Research Communications Specialist to join the central team, which is composed of six other staff members and the director of research communications. This role will specifically support one of the NDR units, the Eck Institute for Global Health (EIGH) on a 60% capacity, while the other 40% will be assigned based on upcoming project needs by the director.
Eck Institute for Global Health (EIGH) Support The EIGH is an endowed University institute that recognizes health as a fundamental human right and works to promote research, training, and service to advance health standards and reduce health disparities for all. The EIGH brings together multidisciplinary teams to understand and address health challenges that disproportionately affect the poor and to train the next generation of global health leaders.
For 3 days a week, the Research Communications Specialist (RCS) will support the EIGH's communications efforts, especially as they relate to the promotion of its faculty and their research, recruitment of students to the masters of science in global health program, and more. While primarily embedded in the NDRC team, as part of the EIGH role, the RCS will:
For 1 day a week, the RCS will be assigned special projects by the director of research communications and/or will be assigned to support another endowed or grant-funded research unit in need of specialized research communications. The RCS will be expected to attend NDRC team meetings and one-on-one meetings with the director of research communications (1 day a week). This is a hybrid position based in South Bend, Indiana.
Overall, this collaborative, solutions-oriented problem solver, who has an understanding of, and enthusiasm for, higher education, science, and research, and can work within embargoed and/or confidential arrangements, will be expected to work diplomatically as part of the NDRC team to support all existing NDR communications services, including graphic design, videography, and more. The RCS will work closely with the wider communications network at Notre Dame, as well, including with colleagues in the Colleges and Schools, the Office of Public Affairs and Communications, Notre Dame Global, the Office of Development, and more.
Notre Dame Research is committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity and ensures that members of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome, and included. We strive to achieve a culture of openness, autonomy, and belonging, making Notre Dame an exceptional place for our team, partners, and collaborators to flourish.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree and 3 to 4 years of relevant work experience
Skills:
Preferred Qualifications:
ABOUT NOTRE DAME:
The University of Notre Dame, founded in 1842 by Rev. Edward F. Sorin, C.S.C., of the Congregation of Holy Cross, is an independent, national Catholic university located in Notre Dame, Ind. For the fifth consecutive year, the University of Notre Dame has received Honor Roll distinctions as one of the top 10 higher education workplaces in the country in the Chronicle of Higher Education's annual "Great Colleges to Work For" survey...and we are proud of it!
This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment. Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate. The full procedure can be viewed at https://facultyhandbook.nd.edu/?id=link-73597.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates and those candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Please apply online at http://ND.jobs to Job # https://apptrkr.com/5521044. For additional information about working at the University of Notre Dame and various benefits available to employees, please visit http://hr.nd.edu/why-nd. The University of Notre Dame supports the needs of dual career couples and has a Dual Career Assistance Program in place to assist relocating spouses and significant others with their job search.
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