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Location: Raleigh, NC
Essential Job Duties:
The Research Communications Specialist translates the College of Veterinary Medicine's research into clear, compelling stories for the public, prospective students, donors, and academic and professional audiences.
Through interviews with faculty, clinicians, and researchers, the Research Communications Specialist surfaces the human and scientific stories behind the college's discoveries and shares them with the world, bringing journalistic rigor, factual precision, and editorial judgment to every assignment.
Duties include:
Communication
- Write effective, influential copy for projects across a variety of media, with a strong emphasis on established and emerging digital media.
- Distill complex academic, scientific, and technical research into compelling copy that can be understood by a general audience.
- Contribute strategic copy concepts and ideas while delivering copy for small and large assignments on time and relentlessly on brand.
- Work across multiple disciplines to develop the right messages at the right time to support strategic goals and business objectives.
- Apply exceptional editing skills to content produced by the writer and by others.
- Thrive in a fast-paced, self-starter environment, managing multiple assignments and competing deadlines.
- Contribute to and collaborate with dynamic teams of designers, digital media specialists, photographers, and project leaders.
- Possess a designated level of professional skill and knowledge in research writing.
- Maintain professional contacts and consult with faculty and department leadership on publicizing and promoting their research.
- Stay current with developments and trends in research communications and maintain professional credentials.
- Apply AP Style across all content.
Other Work/Responsibilities:
- Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities.
Minimum Experience/Education:
- Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Required Qualifications:
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex academic, scientific, or medical information into clear, accurate content for general audiences.
- Considerable knowledge of English grammar, composition, and AP Style, with strong editing and proofreading skills.
- Research, interviewing, and fact-checking skills.
- Experience writing for digital platforms, including familiarity with SEO, AEO, web usability, and digital accessibility standards.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of NC State brand guidelines.
- Five or more years of professional writing experience, including at least three years producing science-focused or research content.
- Experience writing in a research university, academic medical center, or biomedical research setting, with established relationships with science and health media.
Required License or Certification:
- N/A
AA/EEO Statement:
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact [contact details available in the full listing] to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [contact details available in the full listing] or [contact details available in the full listing].
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
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