Commitment to values and practices that advance an environment of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

Proven ability to participate in collaborative teams.

Demonstrated attention to detail.

Creativity and initiative.

Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and good judgment.

Brings joy and humor to the workplace.

Minimum of two to four years of related professional experience.

Experience working on multiple, concurrent, high-priority writing projects.

Bachelor's or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working in a large and complex scientific, medical, or healthcare institution.
• Familiarity with fundraising communications strategies, messaging, and/or tactics
• Experience in journalism and/or familiarity with journalistic best practices

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Anne Holden

Department Contact Phone Number
(603) 646-5942

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Anne Holden, Director of Content & Creative Strategy

Department Contact's Phone Number
(603) 646-5942

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Background Check

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?
Preferred, but not required

Special Instructions to Applicants
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Quick Link
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/87014

Description

Content Development

• Develops content across multiple communications channels, campaigns, events, and initiatives, including for web, email, social, print, and digital; ensures editorial content reflects institutional engagement and fundraising priorities and supports the engagement, cultivation, and stewardship of key audiences.
• Researches and writes content for Vitals Magazine, The Prouty Chronicle, and other Dartmouth Health/Geisel print and digital communications, with a strong focus on powerful storytelling that advances patient care, research, medical education and community health, and inspires engagement or philanthropic support
• Gathers information for stories through interviews with subjects and sources, including donors, alumni, students, patients, faculty, and others.
• Effectively translates medical and scientific concepts for a diversity of audiences.
• Assists in the researching and writing of proposals and fundraising marketing material.
• Drafts content for large and small-scale events, including but not limited to announcements, invitations, programs, and other promotional materials.
• Monitors leadership messaging, institutional news and stories, and stays abreast of institutional initiatives.
• Writes in accordance with institutional messaging, tone, and editorial style.
• Edits and proofs the work of others as needed.

Percentage Of Time
60

Description

Planning and Collaboration

• As lead writer for Vitals Magazine, proactively identifies and pitches stories that position Geisel and Dartmouth Health initiatives within the broader context of the most salient topics in medicine, health, and healthcare.
• Collaborates with colleagues on the Content & Creative team to shape effective and compelling communications and marketing collateral, bringing a creative, critical, and strategic approach to planning sessions.
• Develops and maintains positive working relationships with sources and stakeholders, including but not limited to MHA colleagues, and key faculty members and staff across Geisel and Dartmouth Health.
• Works with external contractors, vendors, and freelance resources, as needed.
• Manages multiple concurrent projects to meet deadlines.

Percentage Of Time
40

Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Commitment to values and practices that advance an environment of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

Proven ability to participate in collaborative teams.

Demonstrated attention to detail.

Creativity and initiative.

Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and good judgment.

Brings joy and humor to the workplace.

Minimum of two to four years of related professional experience.

Experience working on multiple, concurrent, high-priority writing projects.

Bachelor's or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working in a large and complex scientific, medical, or healthcare institution.
• Familiarity with fundraising communications strategies, messaging, and/or tactics
• Experience in journalism and/or familiarity with journalistic best practices

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Anne Holden

Department Contact Phone Number
(603) 646-5942

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Anne Holden, Director of Content & Creative Strategy

Department Contact's Phone Number
(603) 646-5942

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Background Check

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?
Preferred, but not required

Special Instructions to Applicants
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Quick Link
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/87014

Description

Content Development

• Develops content across multiple communications channels, campaigns, events, and initiatives, including for web, email, social, print, and digital; ensures editorial content reflects institutional engagement and fundraising priorities and supports the engagement, cultivation, and stewardship of key audiences.
• Researches and writes content for Vitals Magazine, The Prouty Chronicle, and other Dartmouth Health/Geisel print and digital communications, with a strong focus on powerful storytelling that advances patient care, research, medical education and community health, and inspires engagement or philanthropic support
• Gathers information for stories through interviews with subjects and sources, including donors, alumni, students, patients, faculty, and others.
• Effectively translates medical and scientific concepts for a diversity of audiences.
• Assists in the researching and writing of proposals and fundraising marketing material.
• Drafts content for large and small-scale events, including but not limited to announcements, invitations, programs, and other promotional materials.
• Monitors leadership messaging, institutional news and stories, and stays abreast of institutional initiatives.
• Writes in accordance with institutional messaging, tone, and editorial style.
• Edits and proofs the work of others as needed.

Percentage Of Time
60

Description

Planning and Collaboration

• As lead writer for Vitals Magazine, proactively identifies and pitches stories that position Geisel and Dartmouth Health initiatives within the broader context of the most salient topics in medicine, health, and healthcare.
• Collaborates with colleagues on the Content & Creative team to shape effective and compelling communications and marketing collateral, bringing a creative, critical, and strategic approach to planning sessions.
• Develops and maintains positive working relationships with sources and stakeholders, including but not limited to MHA colleagues, and key faculty members and staff across Geisel and Dartmouth Health.
• Works with external contractors, vendors, and freelance resources, as needed.
• Manages multiple concurrent projects to meet deadlines.

Percentage Of Time
40

Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.

Performs other duties as assigned.