Advancement & Communications Lead — Science Events (Hybrid)

Go Huskies; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Chemistry at the University of Washington is seeking an Events, Communication, and Advancement Manager to coordinate seminars, events, communications, and donor relations. You will work closely with the Chair and Administrator to advance departmental programs and outreach.

This 100% FTE role offers a hybrid schedule (up to two days per week) and the opportunity to shape communications, fundraising activities, and events in a dynamic academic environment in Seattle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least five years of professional experience leading or coordinating events and/or seminars.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential financial or personnel information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate departmental seminars, lectures, speaker logistics, gifts, endowments, fellowships, scholarships, and corporate relationships.
• Lead departmental communications, including newsletters, donor/alumni correspondence and social content.
• Plan and execute annual, development, special, and staff events with seamless logistics.
• Support the Chair and Administrator with new projects and other related duties.

Skills

Event coordination

Project management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The Department of Chemistry at the University of Washington is seeking an Events, Communication, and Advancement Manager to coordinate seminars, events, communications, and donor relations. You will work closely with the Chair and Administrator to advance departmental programs and outreach.

This 100% FTE role offers a hybrid schedule (up to two days per week) and the opportunity to shape communications, fundraising activities, and events in a dynamic academic environment in Seattle.