Senior Robotics Communications and Programs Lead

utaustin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin seeks a Senior Program & Communications Coordinator for Texas Robotics to lead marketing, communications, and administrative needs. You will manage social media, web updates, newsletters, event programs, and branding while coordinating with CS, ME, ECE, and ASE to maintain consistent messaging.

You will supervise a communications student employee, assist with large-scale events and tours, and support reports and publications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; minimum 5 years of full-time relevant work experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to think strategically and creatively; work independently and in a team.
• Be flexible and adaptable as Texas Robotics grows.
• Exceptional customer service, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Marketing: lead marketing for Texas Robotics including social media, website updates, invitations, programs, flyers, signage, templates, slide decks, brochures, faculty one-pagers, swag design, graphic design, and branding; coordinate with external partners.
• Communications: manage listservs, publicize conference participation, publish post-event articles, maintain records of publications & patents, draft emails, newsletters, and presentations; ensure consistent branding across departments.
• Administrative support: manage central robotics email, media inquiries, scheduling for Directors; front-line office hospitality at Anna Hiss Gym.
• Events: assist with event operations, annual impact reports, and robotics tours.
• Supervision: oversee communications student employee, assign tasks, provide feedback, and clarify expectations.
• Perform other related functions as assigned.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Strategic thinking

Team collaboration

Customer service

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin seeks a Senior Program & Communications Coordinator for Texas Robotics to lead marketing, communications, and administrative needs. You will manage social media, web updates, newsletters, event programs, and branding while coordinating with CS, ME, ECE, and ASE to maintain consistent messaging.

You will supervise a communications student employee, assist with large-scale events and tours, and support reports and publications.