Remote Senior Research Communications Specialist

WM001 William & Mary; Discovery (MD); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

William & Mary in Williamsburg seeks a Senior Research Communications Specialist to write, research, and pitch faculty as experts to local, regional, and national media. The role covers science, technology, data, and research beats, with editing, posting stories, newsletters, and coordinating photos as needed.

The position reports to the Senior Associate Director of University News within University Communications and offers a hybrid work arrangement with occasional after-hours coverage and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Outstanding news and feature writing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with a public relations mindset.
• Ability to write and edit quickly and meet deadlines.
• Experience in media relations and crisis communications or related work.
• Knowledge of WordPress and Google Analytics, the latest Microsoft Office suite and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Knowledge of Associated Press style and proficiency in social media usage and analytics.

Responsibilities

• Writing & Research: write articles for W&M News and manage beat coverage.
• Web & Social Support: upload content, monitor analytics, and assist with newsletters.
• Media Relations: pitch stories to local, regional, and national outlets, liaise with faculty.
• Collaboration: coordinate with Communications units and departments across the university.

Skills

Outstanding writing

Communication skills

Deadline orientation

Media relations

Crisis communications

Analytic mindset

Editing

Education

Undergraduate degree in journalism or communications

Higher education communications experience

Tools

WordPress

Google Analytics

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

William & Mary in Williamsburg seeks a Senior Research Communications Specialist to write, research, and pitch faculty as experts to local, regional, and national media. The role covers science, technology, data, and research beats, with editing, posting stories, newsletters, and coordinating photos as needed.

The position reports to the Senior Associate Director of University News within University Communications and offers a hybrid work arrangement with occasional after-hours coverage and