Communications Manager, GLRC STREAM

University at Buffalo; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University at Buffalo is seeking a Communications Manager for the GLRC STREAM project at the RENEW Institute. This role translates complex Great Lakes research into accessible content for policymakers, stakeholders, and the public, while managing newsletters and website materials.

You will liaise with DEC and other agencies, prepare reports, and support education by adapting materials for K-12 curricula. A strong editing background and 2–3 years of related experience are required.

Qualifications

• Must have a bachelor’s degree in engineering, physical/natural sciences, scientific/technical writing, or relevant fields
• Must have 2–3 years of related experience
• Strong ability to translate scientific research into clear, engaging content
• Demonstrated editing skills
• Preferred: graduate degree, 5+ years experience, ecosystem expertise, digital content creation, social media growth, and project management skills

Responsibilities

• Translate GLRC scientists' research into accessible content for policymakers, stakeholders, and the public
• Write and distribute a bi-annual newsletter
• Manage GLRC STREAM website content
• Prepare reports for DEC review and liaise with DEC, federal, international entities, and consortium universities
• Assist GLRC Program Manager with drafting solicitations for Small Grants program
• Support education by adapting research materials for K-12 curricula

Skills

Editing

Technical writing

Content creation

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Bachelor’s degree in physical/natural sciences

Bachelor’s degree in scientific/technical writing

Tools

Social media management

Job description

The University at Buffalo is hiring a Communications Manager for the GLRC STREAM project at the RENEW Institute. The role involves translating complex scientific research on Great Lakes ecosystems into accessible content for policymakers, stakeholders, and the public, managing communications including newsletters and website content, liaising with various environmental agencies, and supporting educational outreach efforts.

Highlights

• Translate GLRC scientists' research findings into accessible white papers, peer-reviewed journal comments, and explainers for stakeholders.
• Write and disseminate a bi-annual newsletter and manage GLRC STREAM website content.
• Prepare reports for New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) review and liaise with DEC, federal, international entities, and consortium universities.
• Assist GLRC Program Manager with drafting solicitations for Small Grants program.
• Support education by adapting research materials for K-12 curricula.
• Required qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in engineering, physical/natural sciences, scientific/technical writing, or relevant fields, plus 2-3 years of related experience.
• Must have demonstrated ability to translate complex scientific research into clear, engaging content across multiple platforms and strong editing skills.
• Preferred qualifications include a graduate degree, 5+ years' experience, expertise with Great Lakes ecosystems, digital content creation, social media growth tactics, and project management skills.
• Salary range is $70,000 to $80,000 annually based on experience and education.
• This is a full-time RF Professional position with 37.5 work hours per week under the Research Foundation.