Content Developer, College of Social & Behavioral Sciences

University of Arizona; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reduction

Health insurance

Job summary

University of Arizona seeks a Content Developer for the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences to craft engaging content about research, student life, and alumni achievements. You’ll write, edit, and curate stories across web, print, and multimedia channels, collaborating with faculty and donors to advance the college’s strategic vision.

The role supports the SBS marketing team, producing newsletters and coordinating editorial calendars, with potential for hybrid work arrangements and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional writing and communications experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Responsibilities

• Develops, researches, writes, and edits written materials, including press releases, profiles, fundraising materials, brochure copy, and website copy with a knowledge of audience and marketing objectives.
• Writes stories and news releases about research conducted within the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, which includes translating complex information into understandable and appealing news for the community and external media.
• Creates multimedia content, including podcasts and videos, in collaboration with other members of the team.
• Conducts research and interviews faculty, alumni, donors, students, and staff to develop written and multi-media content for internal and external channels.
• Works with a variety of university and community stakeholders to ensure content accuracy, including faculty, administrators, and donors.

Skills

Writing

Editing

AP style

Storytelling

Research

Relationships

Communication

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Drupal

Photoshop

InDesign

Mailchimp

Trellis

Photography

Video editing

Job description

Content Developer, College of Social & Behavioral Sciences

Posting Number req27349

Department Social & Behavioral Sci Admin

Department Website Link https://sbs.arizona.edu

Location Tucson Campus

Address Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

At the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences (SBS), we work to investigate ideas, transform social conditions, and tell unheard stories. We prepare students, engage in research, and collaborate with community partners to address everyday challenges, be thoughtful problem-solvers, and build solidarity with others across the world. We are rooted in the unique sense of place in our Borderlands region. The College of SBS has a portfolio of competitive and highly ranked graduate programs, with 10 of our graduate programs ranked in the top 25 among public universities. With more than 25 SBS majors, our students can explore subjects ranging from ancient philosophy to artificial intelligence.

The University of Arizona College of Social and Behavioral Sciences (SBS) seeks a Content Developer to foster effective communication between the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences and its audiences, including students, alumni, donors, and the public, to advance the college's strategic vision. This position, which reports to the Executive Director of Marketing and Communications, writes, creates, and curates content related to research discoveries, student life, and alumni and donor accomplishments. The successful candidate will have the ability to create compelling written and multi-media content and develop relationships with key stakeholders.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule in accordance with University and department policies.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

• Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

Content Development & Writing:

• Develops, researches, writes, and edits written materials, including press releases, profiles, fundraising materials, brochure copy, and website copy with a knowledge of audience and marketing objectives.
• Writes stories and news releases about research conducted within the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, which includes translating complex information into understandable and appealing news for the community and external media.
• Creates multimedia content, including podcasts and videos, in collaboration with other members of the team.
• Conducts research and interviews faculty, alumni, donors, students, and staff to develop written and multi-media content for internal and external channels.
• Works with a variety of university and community stakeholders to ensure content accuracy, including faculty, administrators, and donors.

Public Relations & Media Relations:

• Writes and produces SBS Snapshots, the college's monthly electronic newsletter, and a bi-annual alumni and donor newsletter.
• Fields inquiries from reporters and matches them with faculty members with specific expertise.
• Pitches stories to the media.
• Serves as a liaison between SBS and UANews, The Conversation, and Campus Insights, helping faculty create pitches.

Marketing & Communications Strategy:

• As part of the SBS marketing and communications team, contributes to the development of communications and marketing strategies.
• Helps promote events.
• Helps develop and execute an editorial calendar.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Ability to write quickly and create clear, engaging, and on-brand content across multiple platforms (web, print, social, etc.).
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a knowledge of AP style.
• Ability to engage in creative storytelling by translating conceptual and/or complex research into compelling written or multimedia stories for general audiences.
• Ability to develop relationships and manage a wide range of media and campus contacts.
• Excellent research skills, project management skills, and the ability to handle multiple projects with short- and long-term deadlines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work with various constituencies and personalities.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional writing and communications experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Journalism, Communication, Creative Writing, or related field.
• Journalism and/or university communications experience.
• Experience working in email marketing platforms, such as Mailchimp and Trellis.
• Experience producing and editing podcasts and video.
• Experience pitching stories to news media.
• Experience using Drupal-based websites.
• Experience using Photoshop and InDesign.
• Experience with Photography.

Employment Details

FLSA Exempt

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week 40

Job FTE 1.0

Work Calendar Fiscal

Job Category Communication and Marketing

Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay DOE

Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade 7

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Career Stream and Level PC2

Job Family Content Development

Job Function Communications & Marketing

Type of criminal background check required Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies 1

Target Hire Date 11/9/2026

Contact Information for Candidates

Lori Harwood
Executive Director of Marketing and Communications
[e-mail]

Open Date 10/15/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume, Cover Letter, and Three Additional Documents

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