Marketing Communications Associate - Hybrid

University of California San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California San Diego is seeking a Communications Associate on a hybrid schedule to support marketing initiatives within the Department of Surgery. You will draft materials, assist with events, and conduct basic market research under supervision.

The role is entry-level, offering opportunities to learn core marketing concepts and develop editorial skills across web, newsletters, and social media while collaborating with faculty and staff.

Qualifications

• Four years of related experience, education or training or a Bachelor’s degree in a related area.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Foundational knowledge of marketing principles and practices.
• Familiarity with the campus and medical center goals and structure.

Responsibilities

• Assist in marketing activities and materials development.
• Support marketing events and basic market research.
• Create and distribute communication materials for departmental initiatives.
• Maintain content for websites, newsletters and social media in collaboration with stakeholders.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree or 4 years related

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Marketing principles basics

Campus/medical center knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related area

Job description

University of California San Diego is seeking a Communications Associate on a hybrid schedule to support marketing initiatives within the Department of Surgery. You will draft materials, assist with events, and conduct basic market research under supervision.

The role is entry-level, offering opportunities to learn core marketing concepts and develop editorial skills across web, newsletters, and social media while collaborating with faculty and staff.