Content Specialist and Writer

Job Summary

The University of Colorado (CU) Anschutz School of Medicine is seeking a talented, full-time Content Specialist/Writer. This position will plan, develop, and complete compelling content that is consistent with CU brand messaging. Topics to cover will include research, preventive health, clinical care, and patient experience.

The Content Specialist/Writer must exhibit exceptional attention to detail, the ability to stay on task, and the ability to work with varying levels of staff and faculty to gather information, write, and distribute content appropriately. The position is a hybrid in-person and remote work model, and it requires excellent project management abilities in a fast-paced environment.

This position is part of the CU Anschutz School of Medicine communications team and will primarily support various departments within the school. Members of the team help elevate and connect communications among the school and its departments, divisions, and centers through our shared services structure.

Key Responsibilities

Writing (60%)

• Actively and independently seeks out stories and creates blogs, patient stories, video blogs, press releases, and other content about research, patient care, clinical trials, faculty accolades, student recognition, and philanthropy to promote departments, divisions, and centers within the School of Medicine.
• Translates complex medical, scientific, and research accomplishments into clear, accurate, and compelling public relations and public-facing communications for non-technical audiences.
• Monitors local, regional, and national health care news and ensures that the website includes appropriate information about current events by interviewing key faculty and staff members and creating associated news releases or web content.
• Tracks and records reports featuring members of the School of Medicine in the media and online for promotional purposes.
• Conducts keyword research and search engine optimization to increase content performance and web traffic.
• Publishes content on Sitefinity, HubSpot, and EurekAlert.
• Prepares key takeaways from blog content to promote on social media posts and in newsletters.

Publications (30%)

• Editor and collaborator on publications, such as magazines and annual reports.

Collaboration and Best Practices (10%)

• Builds and maintains relationships with faculty and staff within the School of Medicine.
• Collaborates with School of Medicine, Anschutz campus teams, UCHealth, Children's Hospital Colorado, Veterans Affairs, and others as appropriate.
• Identifies and implements best practices with regard to communication practices, strategies, and tools.

Work Location

Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of three (3) days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical, and research facility serving 4,500 students, and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges and receives over $500 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers, and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care. Read CU Anschutz Quick Facts here.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package, including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 15/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business, marketing, communications, public or media relations, journalism, or a related field.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience working in communications and writing, preferably in health care or higher education.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with writing about science-specific topics, research, and/or the health care sector.
• Four or more (4+) years of experience working in communications and writing.
• Experience in photojournalism.
• Experience working in a web content management system (Sitefinity, HubSpot).
• Experience with project management, prioritization, timelines, and ensuring on-time deliverables.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Exceptional independent writing skills and experience to develop clear, concise, and key message-focused communications.
• Excellent knowledge of editing and grammar, including AP style.
• Demonstrated ability to consistently capture the voice of a brand/person.
• Highly organized and dependable; able to multitask, working quickly and effectively to manage numerous deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Self-starter who can work independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrated creativity and problem-solving skills.
• Dedicated to producing excellent work and outstanding customer service.
• Ability to write for both consumer and clinical audiences.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of HIPAA policies and procedures.

How to Apply

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to the listed job qualifications and interest in the position
• Curriculum vitae / Resume
• Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Those selected for interviews will be asked to provide writing samples of the following:

• Three to five (3-5) articles showing experience writing after an interview with a patient, doctor, researcher, or other professional.

Questions should be directed to: Colleen Whately, colleen.whately@cuanschutz.edu

Anticipated Pay Range

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $54,254 to $69,011.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

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