Program Promotion and Communications Specialist

Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED); Rootstown Township (OH); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Educational benefits

Lean Six Sigma training

Wellness program

Job summary

NEOMED is seeking a Scientific Communications and Outreach Specialist to advance growth of our neuroscience and AI-focused programs and graduate offerings. You will craft stories that showcase research, student experiences, and program outcomes to attract prospective students and research partners, building a strong digital presence.

Responsibilities include creating content for websites, newsletters, recruitment materials, and social campaigns; collaborating with faculty and admissions; and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Experience developing content for websites, newsletters, and social media.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop compelling narratives around faculty research and program outcomes.
• Create written, digital, and visual content for websites, newsletters, and recruitment materials.
• Collaborate with faculty, admissions, and departments to align messaging and branding.
• Track engagement and report on marketing effectiveness.

Skills

Written communications

Editing

Verbal communication

Content creation

Social media marketing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Experience in higher education marketing

Tools

Adobe

Canva

Video editing

Marketing analytics

Job description

Summary

The Scientific Communications and Outreach Specialist plays a direct role in the growth of NEOMED's premier research focus areas (Neuroscience of Hearing Research, Neurodegenerative Disease and Aging Research, and the Center for Artificial Intelligence and Digital Experience), as well as our Ph.D. and Master's graduate program (Basic and Translational Biomedicine). Responsibilities include expanding program awareness, attracting prospective students and research partners, and building a digital presence that reflects the depth and impact of our academic and research community through strategic, audience-centered communication, content creation, and collaboration.

• Position Type: Admin/Professional
• Department: Biomedical Sciences
• Full or Part Time: Full Time
• Pay Grade: MN8

Summary

The Scientific Communications and Outreach Specialist plays a direct role in the growth of NEOMED's premier research focus areas (Neuroscience of Hearing Research, Neurodegenerative Disease and Aging Research, and the Center for Artificial Intelligence and Digital Experience), as well as our Ph.D. and Master's graduate program (Basic and Translational Biomedicine). Responsibilities include expanding program awareness, attracting prospective students and research partners, and building a digital presence that reflects the depth and impact of our academic and research community through strategic, audience-centered communication, content creation, and collaboration. This role requires exceptional storytelling skills with a deep appreciation for academic research and graduate education and the ability to transform complex scientific discoveries, faculty expertise, student successes, and institutional strengths into compelling narratives that inspire prospective students, strengthen our brand, and drive engagement across diverse audiences.

Principal Functional Responsibilities

Communications and Marketing

• Identify and develop compelling narratives around faculty research, student experiences, and program outcomes that resonate with prospective students, research collaborators, and funding partners.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and current students to gather content, stories, and insights that authentically showcase what makes our programs distinctive.
• Create compelling written, digital, and visual content for websites, newsletters, brochures, presentations, recruitment materials, and advertisements that promote faculty research, student accomplishments, and program milestones.
• Work cross-functionally with academic departments, admissions, and administrative offices to align messaging, support recruitment goals, and ensure a cohesive brand experience for prospective students.
• Manage multiple projects and content initiatives simultaneously, meeting deadlines with minimal oversight.
• Maintain and update program websites and digital platforms to ensure accurate and engaging content.
• Track communication outcomes and prepare reports on marketing effectiveness and audience engagement.

Social Media Management and Content Creation

• Develop and manage social media strategies across platforms including LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X, YouTube, and others as appropriate.
• Create engaging social media content including graphics, videos, reels, stories, and promotional campaigns that communicate complex research and graduate education topics in an approachable, audience-friendly manner.
• Monitor analytics and engagement metrics to assess campaign effectiveness and optimize outreach strategies.
• Maintain an active and professional online presence that supports recruitment and program visibility.
• Stay current with social media trends, higher education marketing practices, and audience engagement strategies.

Events and Outreach Support

• Support on-site content capture at program events, including photography, video, and live social coverage that can be repurposed for ongoing recruitment campaigns.
• Coordinate and support recruitment initiatives/activities for prospective PhD students through targeted marketing campaigns and outreach efforts (recruitment events, open houses, webinars, conferences).
• Assist with the development of recruitment materials highlighting program outcomes, research opportunities, and student experiences.

Other Duties: Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, Life Science, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field.
• Strong written, editing, and verbal communication skills with the ability to adapt voice and tone for different audiences and platforms.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, and with content creation tools including graphic design platforms (e.g. Adobe, Canva), video editing applications, and marketing/social media analytics.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in higher education, graduate education, healthcare, or scientific/research environments.
• Demonstrated experience managing social media accounts for a brand, organization, or program (professional or freelance).
• Familiarity with neuroscience, biomedical sciences, or STEM academic programs.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex scientific or academic information to broad audiences.
• Knowledge of website content management systems and email marketing platforms.
• Knowledge of best practices in digital engagement and their applications to communication strategies, including through web, email and social media.
• Experience analyzing social media and marketing analytics.
• Exceptional interprofessional and organization skills to work both independently with initiative and collaboratively as part of a team.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to utilize a phone, computer and other office equipment.

Department Specific Information

NEOMED is a mission-driven, community-based medical university committed to educating health professionals, advancing discovery, and improving the health of our region. We are seeking a Program Promotion and Communications Specialist who wants to contribute to meaningful work in a collaborative academic environment.

Join Northeast Ohio Medical University's (NEOMED) Department of Biomedical Sciences

At our organization, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and team-oriented environment that is essential to fulfilling our mission. We believe every employee should feel appreciated, valued, and empowered. To maintain a supportive organizational culture, we seek individuals whose values align with our mission and who thrive in a team-based approach. We encourage individuals whose values align with this collaborative approach to apply.

Starting Salary Range: $49,120– $58,125, commensurate with experience

Benefits & Perks

NEOMED is committed to supporting your health, well-being, and long-term success—both at work and beyond. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to help you thrive.

Healthcare Coverage

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance through Medical Mutual
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-and long-term disability coverage, Long-term care coverage options, and Life insurance

Retirement

State retirement plan with 14% employer matching to help you plan for the future

Paid Time Off

Generous vacation and sick leave, in addition to 11 paid holidays each year

Additional Benefits

• Hybrid work environment (up to two remote days per week after six months) (Policy#3349-7-151)
• Educational benefits with our partner universities (Policy#3349-07-45)
• Ongoing investment in your professional growth through on-site training and Lean Six Sigma certification
• Employee wellness activities and initiatives that support a healthy work-life balance

NEOMED is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a parent of a young child, status as a foster parent, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable state or federal law. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, NEOMED also affirms its commitment to nondiscrimination in its employment policies and practices. In compliance with Title IX (20 U.S.C Sec. 1681 et seq.), NEOMED prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment.