Communications Manager, GLRC STREAM

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. seeks a Communications Manager for the GLRC STREAM at UB RENEW Institute. The role translates freshwater research into accessible content for policymakers, produces a bi-annual newsletter, and manages GLRC STREAM website updates.

Ideal candidate has a strong technical writing portfolio, editing skills, and experience in interviews. You will coordinate with DEC and NYS agencies and assist with grant solicitations and K-12 content translation.

Qualifications

• Translate complex scientific concepts into clear content for diverse audiences across multiple platforms.
• Strong portfolio of technical writing and editing experience.
• Experience with interviews and communicating research to policymakers, educators, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Translate GLRC scientists' research into understandable content for a general audience across forms (whitepapers, comments, explainers).
• Write and disseminate a bi-annual newsletter.
• Publish content to the GLRC STREAM website with UB RENEW hosting support.
• Prepare reports for DEC review of GLRC STREAM activities.
• Liaise with DEC, NYS and other agencies, policymakers, and universities.
• Assist the program manager with drafting solicitations for Small Grants.
• Support educators by translating research for K-12 curricula.

Skills

Scientific writing

Editing

Interviews

Communication

Editorial standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/physical sciences/related field

Graduate degree (preferred)

Job description

Communications Manager, GLRC STREAM

Position Information

Position Title: Communications Manager, GLRC STREAM

Department: Renew Institute

Posting Link: https://apptrkr.com/9724015 https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/63545

Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

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

• Translate GLRC scientists' research findings intounderstandable by a general audience, in a range of forms: whitepapers for state and federal policymakers; “comments” published inpeer reviewed journals; and “explainers” for GL stakeholders suchas managers of wastewater treatment facilities, etc.
• Write and disseminate a bi-annual newsletter.
• Compose and post content to the GLRC STREAM website (withtechnical 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 internationalentities and policymakers and scientists and constituentuniversities within the consortium.
• Assist the GLRC Program Manager with the drafting ofsolicitations for the consortium's Small Grants program.
• Support educators by assisting with the “translation” ofresearch 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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• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

As an Equal Opportunity / Affiliated 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.
• Superior editing skills.
• 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, whitepapers, 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.

Physical Demands

Salary Range

$70,000 - $80,000

Special Instructions Summary

If applicable please submit a portfolio of scientific/ecological communications in the Documents Needed to Apply Section.

Is a background check required for this posting?

No

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Sarah Koss

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Posting Dates

Posted: 07/22/2026

Deadline for Applicants:

Date to be filled: