Science Communications Manager - Content & Storytelling

Louisiana State University; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana State University (LSU) in Baton Rouge seeks a Communications Manager to elevate the College of Science's visibility through strategic storytelling, high-quality content, and editorial oversight. Reporting to the Assistant Dean of Communications, you will lead writing, digital publishing, and project management within the SciComm team guiding college priorities.

You will supervise staff, coordinate across departments, and ensure messaging aligns with university standards while engaging

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3 years of professional experience in communications.
• Experience in writing, editing, and storytelling for news articles, newsletters, and press releases.
• Ability to manage editorial workflow and ensure consistent College messaging.
• Experience in higher education, research communications, or science communications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead content development and storytelling for College communications.
• Oversee digital publishing, newsletters, websites, emails, and social media.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage communications projects and budgets.
• Provide editorial guidance to ensure messaging aligns with University standards.

Skills

Content Development

Project Management

Collaboration

Communication

Audience Engagement

Brand Stewardship

Detail-Oriented

Artistic Vision

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications

Master's degree in communications or related field

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Photo/Video Editing

Design Tools

Analytics

Job description

Louisiana State University (LSU) in Baton Rouge seeks a Communications Manager to elevate the College of Science's visibility through strategic storytelling, high-quality content, and editorial oversight. Reporting to the Assistant Dean of Communications, you will lead writing, digital publishing, and project management within the SciComm team guiding college priorities.

You will supervise staff, coordinate across departments, and ensure messaging aligns with university standards while engaging