Communications Manager, GLRC STREAM

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

Job summary

The State University of New York at Buffalo invites applications for the GLRC STREAM Communications Manager to translate RENEW/GLRC research into accessible content for policymakers, stakeholders, and the public.

The role includes producing a bi-annual newsletter, posting site content, reporting to DEC, and coordinating with NYS and other partners while supporting education outreach and grant solicitations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physical/natural science, scientific and technical writing ( STW ), technical communication, journalism, English, or other relevant degree.
• 2-3 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Educational background and/or work experience with freshwater ecosystems, challenges, and opportunities.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex scientific and technical research papers and concepts into clear, engaging content for diverse audiences across multiple platforms.
• A strong portfolio of technical writing.
• Academic or professional experience conducting interviews.
• Familiarity with style guides (e.g., APA, ACS) and ability to apply editorial standards consistently.

Responsibilities

• Translate GLRC scientists’ research findings into understandable content for a general audience across multiple formats (white papers, peer-reviewed comments, explainers).
• Write and disseminate a bi-annual newsletter.
• Compose and post content to the GLRC STREAM website.
• Prepare reports for DEC review of GLRC STREAM activities.
• Liaise with DEC and NYS/federal/international entities and policymakers and scientists within the consortium.
• Assist the GLRC Program Manager with drafting solicitations for Small Grants.
• Support educators by translating research for K-12 curricula.

Skills

Scientific writing

Science communication

Interviews

Editorial standards

Technical writing portfolio

Interviews (academic/professional)

APA/ACS style guides

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate degree (preferred)

Job description

The RENEW Institute seeks an experienced, versatile scientific writer and communicator to serve as the GLRC STREAM Communications Manager and:

• Translate GLRC scientists’ research findings into understandable by a general audience, in a range of forms: white papers for state and federal policymakers; “comments” published in peer reviewed journals; and “explainers” for GL stakeholders such as managers of wastewater treatment facilities, etc.
• Write and disseminate a bi-annual newsletter.
• Compose and post content to the GLRC STREAM website (with technical support and web hosting provided by UB RENEW ).
• Prepare reports for DEC review of GLRC STREAM activities.
• Liaise with the DEC and other NYS , federal, and international entities and policymakers and scientists and constituent universities within the consortium.
• Assist the GLRC Program Manager with the drafting of solicitations for the consortium’s Small Grants program.
• Support educators by assisting with the “translation” of research materials into content suitable for K-12 curricula.

The Great Lakes Research Consortium ( GLRC ) comprises 18 New York State universities that pursue environmental research about Great Lakes ecosystems. Funded by New York’s Department of Environmental Conservation ( DEC ), the GLRC’s relaunch under the leadership of the University at Buffalo is called Strengthening Research, Education, and Aquatic ecosystem Management ( GLRC STREAM ). A project of Research and Education in Energy, Environment and Water Institute ( RENEW ) at UB, GLRC STREAM leverages existing institutional expertise, infrastructure, and partnerships across New York State ( NYS ).

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As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmitive Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physical/natural science, scientific and technical writing ( STW ), technical communication, journalism, English, or other relevant degree.
• 2-3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• Educational background and/or work experience with freshwater ecosystems, challenges, and opportunities.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex scientific and technical research papers and concepts into clear, engaging content for diverse audiences across multiple platforms.
• A strong portfolio of technical writing.
• Academic or professional experience conducting interviews.
• Familiarity with style guides (e.g., APA , ACS ) and ability to apply editorial standards consistently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate degree in engineering, physical/natural science, STW , technical communication, journalism, English, or other relevant degree.
• 5+ years of related experience.
• Work experience with GL ecosystems, challenges, and opportunities.
• Strong portfolio of technical writing focused on GL aquatic ecosystem research, including peer reviewed journal articles, white papers, newsletters, blogs, and/or social media posts.
• Experience with digital content creation and social media growth tactics, and metrics to demonstrate prior impact.
• Track record of working independently and cooperatively in a fast-paced environment with multiple and shifting priorities.
• Recent prior experience launching technical/science communications in a social enterprise or start up environment.
• Project management skills, including familiarity with PM software and fastidious attention to detail.
• Experience reporting outcomes and analytics.

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Driving Requirements

This position will never drive a university owned vehicle.

Salary Range

Salary Range $70,000 - $80,000

Additional Salary Information

Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.

Work Hours

37.5 hours per week

Campus

Campus North Campus

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Posted 07/22/2026

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