Health & Human Services Media Relations Lead

San Diego State University; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

San Diego State University is seeking a College of Health and Human Services Media Relations Officer to tell CHHS research stories to broad audiences. This full‑time role collaborates with researchers, faculty, and media, translating complex health and science topics into engaging content for SDSU NewsCenter, magazines, and social channels.

The position requires strong writing, editorial judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy university communications environment.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree and four years of relevant experience.
• Ability to translate complex scientific information into clear content for broad audiences.
• Experience in media relations and strategic communications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify compelling stories across SDSU's research enterprise.
• Translate complex research into clear stories for SDSU NewsCenter, SDSU Magazine, websites, social media, and external media pitching.
• Develop multimedia and short-form content that expands the reach of research stories.
• Coordinate interviews and prepare faculty and staff for media engagement.

Skills

Media relations

Science writing

Editorial skills

Stakeholder engagement

AP Style

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

San Diego State University is seeking a College of Health and Human Services Media Relations Officer to tell CHHS research stories to broad audiences. This full‑time role collaborates with researchers, faculty, and media, translating complex health and science topics into engaging content for SDSU NewsCenter, magazines, and social channels.

The position requires strong writing, editorial judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy university communications environment.