Director of Communications and Marketing - 129973
UC San Diego - Oakland, California, United States, 94616![UC San Diego](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Filing Deadline: Tue 6/4/2024UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.Job posting will remain open until a suitable candidate has been identified.This is a 100% Contract position for 1 year with the possibility of extension or conversion to career status.DESCRIPTION
Oversees a comprehensive communications program for the Center for Microbiome Innovation with complex communications requirements. The communications program usually includes written, visual, digital and electronic communications. Works with management to develop and execute organizational communication and market branding strategy. Designs and implements information campaigns.With work direction provided by the Executive Director of the CMI, creates and implements strategic communications plans and projects primarily driven to an industry partner audience. Performs a wide range of duties in the following areas: editing, writing, scheduling external communications and features for various publications, uses email, blogs and the web, community outreach, development communications, marketing plans and implementation, social media and special events. Works and collaborates regularly with other senior staff to shape, create, and develop external and internal institutional relations objectives and positions. Emphasis is on maintaining excellent relations with both faculty and staff as well as existing and future industry partners to create a content rich experience.~Cover letter required for a complete application.QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.Knowledge of Microbiome research and/or industry.Solid written, verbal, interpersonal communications, active listening and political acumen skills.Knowledge of all aspects of communications, including strategic planning for various media venues, technical aspects and requirements of various venues, and most appropriate and effective applications.Experience using computer applications for web production, image handling, publishing and design, illustration, presentation preparation, animation, web interaction, and/or other state-of-the-art web communication capabilities.Experience creating clear, easy-to-navigate, informative, accurate, well-designed, and functional web sites that provide web content consistent with the organization's message and in keeping with management directives and client objectives.Knowledge and skills to advise and consult with management to ensure delivery of the desired message to the target and/or broad general audiences.Experience with and ability to use and learn software or platform including Adobe suite, CRM, Newsletter tools, Blog tools, Website platform management, etc.Ability to comprehend academic research as well as industry needs and to write and translate the work in a way that is understandable to the general public.Thorough knowledge of content management systems and/or relevant web applications used for web production and organization-specific computer application programs.Knowledge and understanding of technical applications to effectively direct technical staff, or personally perform technical work, including design concepts, various media, and applications.Knowledge of the organization, its achievements, mission, vision, goals, policies, practices, infrastructure, and a strong knowledge of current affairs, and issues in higher education and/or health sciences.Thorough understanding and experience in all news/media mediums including the internet, social media and other emerging technologies.Solid skills to create, develop, and implement comprehensive long and short-term strategic communications plans.Knowledge of location protocols and channels for communication internally and externally.SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Evening and weekend work occasionally required.Background check required.Pay Transparency ActAnnual Full Pay Range: $74,300 - $134,500 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)Hourly Equivalent: $35.58 - $64.42Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community.UC San Diego is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-DiscriminationUC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.Application Instructions
Please click on the link below to apply for this position. A new window will open and direct you to apply at our corporate careers page. We look forward to hearing from you!Apply OnlinePayroll Title: COMM SPEC 3Department: JACOBS SCHOOL RESEARCH GROUPSHiring Pay Scale: $75,000 - $85,000 / YearWorksite: Hybrid RemoteAppointment Type: ContractAppointment Percent: 100%Union: UncoveredTotal Openings: 1Work Schedule: Days, 8 hrs/day, Monday - Friday
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