ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, COMMUNICATIONS, University Research

Boston University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston University is seeking an Assistant Director of Communications for its Rajen Kilachand Center for Integrated Life Sciences and Engineering. This role involves developing integrated communications strategies, managing digital content, and producing external communications materials. Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree and relevant experience, with a preference for a master's degree. This position offers a dynamic environment to promote interdisciplinary collaboration in groundbreaking research.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience required.
• Experience in higher education or similar sectors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute integrated communications strategies for research centers.
• Manage and maintain social media accounts for visibility and engagement.
• Create external-facing communication materials including newsletters and multimedia content.

Skills

Communication

Digital Content Management

Public Relations

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree (preferred)

Job description

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Category

Charles River Campus --> Professional

Job Location

BOSTON, MA, United States

Tracking Code

25500546630619

Posted Date

6/24/2025

Salary Grade

Grade 48

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

Boston University's Rajen Kilachand Center for Integrated Life Sciences and Engineering (https://www.bu.edu/kilachandcenter/) seeks an Assistant Director of Communications. The Kilachand Center is a cutting-edge research facility designed to foster collaboration across disciplines advancing groundbreaking research at the intersection of the life sciences and engineering. The Assistant Director of Communications is responsible for planning, developing, and executing integrated communications strategies for two of the affiliated research centers within Kilachand; the Center for Systems Neuroscience (CSN) and the Biological Design Center (BDC) in alignment with institutional goals and messaging. As part of strategic communications planning, the AD will create and promote a range of external-facing communication materials, including news stories, announcements, event promotions, newsletters, and multimedia content. Position will also coordinate communications initiatives and campaigns in support of high-profile projects and interdisciplinary collaborations. Working in collaboration with center directors and staff, the Assistant Director will manage and maintain the websites and social media accounts of the CSN, BDC and the Kilachand Center to ensure timely and accurate updates. Responsible for the oversight of digital content strategies to enhance visibility and engagement, leveraging web analytics and platform insights to inform ongoing improvements. Bachelor/s degree required, master's degree preferred. 3-5 years of relevant experience required.

Required Skills

Bachelor's Degree and 3-5 years of experience required

Required Experience

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

• Industries

  Higher Education

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