Global Research Communications Lead

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill

Elkins Hills (NC)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 75,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a creative Research Strategic Communications Manager to help shape how Carolina's research and discovery are understood nationally and internationally. You will develop distinctive story angles and connect researchers with journalists to elevate UNC's research impact.

The role emphasizes proactive earned media, working across disciplines, and translating complex science into clear narratives while collaborating with faculty and communicators

Qualifications

Excellent understanding of media trends and news cycles.
Experience pitching stories to journalists.
Ability to provide strategic communications counsel to unit-level communicators.
Strong project management and organization skills.
Superior writing and editing abilities.
General knowledge of current issues in higher education.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement earned media strategies to promote UNC-Chapel Hill research.
Identify opportunities to connect faculty and researchers with journalists and outlets.
Create compelling story angles and media pitches.
Collaborate with communications teams to translate complex research into accessible narratives.

Skills

Media relations

Strategic communications

Pitching to journalists

Storytelling

Project management

Writing & editing

Higher education knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The role emphasizes proactive earned media, working across disciplines, and translating complex science into clear narratives while collaborating with faculty and communicators

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