Science & Engineering Communications Lead

Virginia Tech; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech's Department of Biological Systems Engineering seeks a Communications Coordinator to develop, execute, and evaluate a comprehensive communications program supporting its vision and goals.

The role oversees the department's outward-facing communications, maintains the website and monitors screens, and produces written and visual media to highlight initiatives, student activities, and faculty achievements.

Qualifications

• Experience creating social media campaigns.
• Professional writing ability.
• Photography skills.
• Editing and updating web pages.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage outward-facing communications across media platforms.
• Maintain department website and social media channels.
• Produce and edit photos, videos, posters to highlight initiatives.
• Lead the semiannual department newsletter.
• Ensure compliance with Virginia Tech brand standards.

Skills

Social media campaigns

Professional writing

Photography

Editing web pages

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications/marketing or related field

Job description

Virginia Tech's Department of Biological Systems Engineering seeks a Communications Coordinator to develop, execute, and evaluate a comprehensive communications program supporting its vision and goals.

The role oversees the department's outward-facing communications, maintains the website and monitors screens, and produces written and visual media to highlight initiatives, student activities, and faculty achievements.