Marketing and Communications Coordinator

Rutgers, International; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Rutgers University is seeking a Marketing and Communications Coordinator for the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School's Communication and Public Affairs team. The role focuses on web content, social strategy, and digital initiatives to elevate research, education, clinical programs, and faculty accomplishments.

You will work with department Chairs and faculty to ensure cohesive, accessible, brand-aligned communications compliant with Rutgers Health.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a relevant field.
• At least 3 years of professional experience designing and managing websites.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain the Department of Medicine’s website content in alignment with Rutgers brand guidelines and accessibility standards.
• Collaborate with Rutgers Communications personnel to manage University Websites content.
• Coordinate content updates with department leadership to ensure accuracy and alignment with strategic priorities.
• Design intuitive, responsive web layouts for desktop and mobile.
• Audit and optimize the LinkedIn pages to align with Rutgers branding and tone.
• Develop and implement a LinkedIn content strategy highlighting achievements, research, events, and programs.

Skills

Web design

Marketing

Graphic design

Communications

Content creation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Web Design, Marketing, Graphic Design, Computer Science, Communications, or a relevant field

Job description

Marketing and Communications Coordinator

New Jersey’s academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS ) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University–New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and six centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, clinical and translational research, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.

Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.

Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state including New Brunswick, Piscataway, Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Blackwood, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.

Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Marketing and Communications Coordinator position for the Communication and Public Affairs department at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Under the direction of the Communications and Public Affairs Director and Associate Director, the Marketing and Communications Coordinator supports the strategic communications priorities of the Departments of Medicine and Pediatrics. The position coordinates the development and management of departmental digital communications, including web presence, social media strategy, faculty and program content, and special digital initiatives that elevate research, education, clinical programs, faculty accomplishments, and institutional priorities. This position will collaborate with both Department Chairs, as well as departmental, school, university, and health system partners, to ensure communications are cohesive, accessible, brand-aligned, and compliant with Rutgers Health.

• Designs, develops, and maintains the Department of Medicine’s website content on the medical school website in alignment with Rutgers University brand guidelines and accessibility standards.
• Works in close collaboration with Rutgers Communications personnel (School or University) who maintain the University Websites.
• Collaborates with departmental leadership, faculty, and staff to ensure content is up to date, accurate, and aligned with strategic priorities.
• Designs intuitive, engaging, and responsive web layouts optimized for both desktop and mobile platforms.
• Audits and optimizes the existing LinkedIn page for the Departments of Medicine and Pediatrics to align with Rutgers branding and tone.
• Develops and implements a LinkedIn content strategy that highlights departmental achievements, research, events, faculty spotlights, and educational programs.
• Ensures that FERPA and HIPAA guidelines are followed to ensure the privacy of students and patients.
• Promotes faculty publications, grants, honors, and speaking engagements.
• Generates content for and posts or distributes advertisements for digital displays and/or meetings.
• Provides support for special digital projects such as event microsites and web-based resource hubs.

FLSA Exempt

Grade 23S

Salary Details

Minimum Salary 65272.000

Mid Range Salary 78208.000

Maximum Salary 92772.000

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status

Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours 37.50

Location

City New Brunswick

State NJ

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Web Design, Marketing, Graphic Design, Computer Science, Communications, or a relevant field.
• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience designing and managing websites required. Preferably, within academic, healthcare, or nonprofit environments.
• Equivalent experience, education and/or training may be substituted for the education requirements.

Certifications / Licenses

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to translate complex content into user-friendly digital experiences.

Preferred Qualifications

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Physical Demands: Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing. No special vision requirements. Lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Work Environment: Office environment. Moderate noise.

Posting Details

Posting Number 26ST2079

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement