Outreach and Communications Manager
Job Details
Posting Number: S15324P
Working Title: Outreach and Communications Manager
Department: VPR-Owens Inst Behavioral Rsch
About the University of Georgia
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.
About the College/Unit/Department
The William A. and Barbara R. Owens Institute for Behavioral Research (OIBR) is a nationally recognized interdisciplinary research institute that unites social and behavioral scientists from across the University of Georgia to address complex societal challenges.
College/Unit/Department website: https://oibr.uga.edu
Employment Type: Full Time
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date: 2026-06-18
Closing Date: 2026-07-31
Proposed Starting Date: 2026-08-17
Location of Vacancy: Athens Area
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting communications, outreach, or stakeholder engagement activities within a university, research institute, nonprofit, government agency, or other mission-driven organization.
- Experience developing and implementing strategic communications and outreach plans for research, scientific, educational, or public service initiatives.
Position Summary
The Outreach and Communications Manager serves as the primary communications strategist and editorial lead for the Owens Institute for Behavioral Research (OIBR). This role plans, develops, and executes integrated communications, outreach, marketing, and engagement initiatives that advance the Institute’s mission and visibility across the University of Georgia and external audiences.
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