Health Research Communications & Digital Media Coordinator

uchicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago's Department of Neurology and the Healthy Aging and Alzheimer's Research Care Center (HAARC) seek a Health Research & Digital Media Coordinator to translate complex health and research information into clear, accessible communications for diverse audiences.

Working closely with Department and HAARC Center leadership, you will develop and implement communications strategies that increase awareness of research, clinical and educational programs; support research

Responsibilities

• Translate complex scientific and research information into clear, engaging, plain-language content for public, participant, community, and professional audiences.
• Develop and edit communications highlighting research studies, scientific findings, publications, investigator expertise, research participation opportunities, community initiatives, and Center and Department accomplishments.
• Create participant- and community-facing research materials that support recruitment, engagement, education, and retention.
• Collaborate with faculty, investigators, research teams, and leadership to identify compelling research stories and communications opportunities while maintaining scientific accuracy and appropriate health literacy.
• Develop communications in accordance with applicable research protocols, IRB requirements, participant privacy and consent requirements, institutional policies, and University brand and communications standards.
• Develop and manage strategic content across Department and HAARC Center websites, social media platforms, newsletters, email communications, and other digital channels.
• Plan and maintain communications and social media calendars; write, edit, schedule, publish, and monitor content and audience engagement.
• Develop digital and print materials, including research recruitment materials, brochures, flyers, educational resources, presentations, signage, event materials, and other communications assets.
• Maintain website content and digital archives and support the development of photography, video, graphics, and other multimedia content.
• Coordinate professional photography and other creative services as needed.
• Apply accessibility, health literacy, and digital communication best practices to web, email, social media, print, and multimedia materials.
• Identify research findings, publications, investigator expertise, events, and Center initiatives with potential for local, national, and specialty media coverage.
• Work with University communications partners to develop research stories, media pitches, press materials, and other earned-media opportunities.
• Coordinate media inquiries and interview opportunities involving faculty and investigators and assist with the development of talking points, key messages, and background materials.
• Monitor and track media coverage of Department and HAARC Center research, investigators, and programs; maintain an organized media coverage log and archive.
• Amplify earned-media coverage through websites, newsletters, social media, and other communications channels.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop and implement communications strategies aligned with Department and Center research, community engagement, and organizational priorities.
• Monitor communications performance, including social media engagement, audience growth, website activity, newsletter performance, campaign results, and earned-media reach.
• Prepare regular communications reports for leadership and use analytics and audience insights to recommend strategies for increasing reach and engagement.
• Coordinate communications activities with University communications teams and other internal and external partners.
• Support communications and promotional needs for events, lectures, community programs, conferences, and other Department and HAARC Center activities.

Job description

Department

BSD NEU - HAARC - Community

About the Department

The Department of Neurology and the Healthy Aging and Alzheimer's Research Care Center (HAARC) seek a Health Research & Digital Media Coordinator to support strategic internal and external communications across the Department and Center.

This position plays an important role in translating complex health, scientific, and research information into clear, accurate, accessible, and engaging communications for diverse audiences, including research participants and their families, community members and community partners, clinicians, researchers, faculty, staff, and other stakeholders.

Job Summary

Working closely with Department and HAARC Center leadership, faculty, research teams, and University communications partners, the Coordinator will develop and implement communications strategies that increase awareness of research, clinical and educational programs; support research recruitment and community engagement; highlight faculty and organizational accomplishments; and strengthen the digital presence of the Department of Neurology and the HAARC Center.

Responsibilities span health and science communications, digital and social media, website management, newsletters, research and educational materials, multimedia content, communications analytics, and event communications and coordination, including participation in community and departmental events to support communications, outreach, and content needs.

Responsibilities

• Translate complex scientific and research information into clear, engaging, plain-language content for public, participant, community, and professional audiences.
• Develop and edit communications highlighting research studies, scientific findings, publications, investigator expertise, research participation opportunities, community initiatives, and Center and Department accomplishments.
• Create participant- and community-facing research materials that support recruitment, engagement, education, and retention.
• Collaborate with faculty, investigators, research teams, and leadership to identify compelling research stories and communications opportunities while maintaining scientific accuracy and appropriate health literacy.
• Develop communications in accordance with applicable research protocols, IRB requirements, participant privacy and consent requirements, institutional policies, and University brand and communications standards.
• Develop and manage strategic content across Department and HAARC Center websites, social media platforms, newsletters, email communications, and other digital channels.
• Plan and maintain communications and social media calendars; write, edit, schedule, publish, and monitor content and audience engagement.
• Develop digital and print materials, including research recruitment materials, brochures, flyers, educational resources, presentations, signage, event materials, and other communications assets.
• Maintain website content and digital archives and support the development of photography, video, graphics, and other multimedia content.
• Coordinate professional photography and other creative services as needed.
• Apply accessibility, health literacy, and digital communication best practices to web, email, social media, print, and multimedia materials.
• Identify research findings, publications, investigator expertise, events, and Center initiatives with potential for local, national, and specialty media coverage.
• Work with University communications partners to develop research stories, media pitches, press materials, and other earned-media opportunities.
• Coordinate media inquiries and interview opportunities involving faculty and investigators and assist with the development of talking points, key messages, and background materials.
• Monitor and track media coverage of Department and HAARC Center research, investigators, and programs; maintain an organized media coverage log and archive.
• Amplify earned-media coverage through websites, newsletters, social media, and other communications channels.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop and implement communications strategies aligned with Department and Center research, community engagement, and organizational priorities.
• Monitor communications performance, including social media engagement, audience growth, website activity, newsletter performance, campaign results, and earned-media reach.
• Prepare regular communications reports for leadership and use analytics and audience insights to recommend strategies for increasing reach and engagement.
• Coordinate communications activities with University communications teams and other internal and external partners.
• Support communications and promotional needs for events, lectures, community programs, conferences, and other Department and HAARC Center activities.
• Plans, develops, and disseminates information designed to keep internal and external audiences informed of Department and HAARC Center research, programs, accomplishments, and