"Sr Research Multimedia Journalist"

Extended Job Title

Sr Research Multimedia Journalist

Position Description

The Research Multimedia Journalist promotes and advances the TTUHSC brand as a member of the Communications & Marketing team and direct liaison to the Office of Research and Innovation. Reports to the Director of Media Relations. Works collaboratively with these teams to cultivate and produce engaging content that reinforces the institution's vision of creating a healthier future with access to quality care for every Texan. This includes the management and creation of internal and external communications in a variety of mediums and formats to connect with key constituencies across the university, members of the media and the public. This position plays a key role in elevating TTUHSC’s research enterprise by creating clear, compelling stories that showcase faculty achievements and institutional impact. The Research Multimedia Journalist develops content for local, regional, national and international audiences to strengthen and expand the TTUHSC brand.

Requisition ID

43654BR

Optional Attachments

Writing Sample

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Pay Grade Maximum

Salary commensurate with education, experience and/or skills.

Major/Essential Functions

1. Story Development & Writing
   • Write and edit weekly feature articles, blogs and news stories on research discoveries and innovation initiatives
   • Serve as a copy editor and copywriter for the TTUHSC Media Relations team
   • Identify and pitch stories highlighting faculty, staff and student research accomplishments
   • Conduct interviews with researchers, clinicians, students and community partners to inform clear, authentic narratives that reflect their experiences and impact
   • Translate technical and scholarly content into accessible material for both general and specialized audiences
   • Develop research-focused feature stories for TTUHSC’s magazine, Pulse
   • Prepare research and earned media reports
2. Content Planning & Idea Generation
   • Track and maintain a repository of story ideas for team planning and review
   • Plan content calendars with team leads and coordinate interviews and outreach
   • Monitor research trends and emerging scientific areas to identify storytelling opportunities
   • Track news platforms regularly for the latest information on current issues and evolving topics with science and research news
3. Media Relations & External Visibility
   • Support strategies to secure local, statewide and national media coverage for TTUHSC research experts
   • Draft press releases and messaging aligned with university priorities
   • Collaborate with regional counterparts to ensure regional research stories are showcased
   • Review and proof content for Office of Research and Innovation social media channels, including captions and graphic materials
4. Cross-Campus & Internal Collaboration
   • Collaborate with the Offices of Research and Innovation, Communications & Marketing along with internal partners on integrated communication strategies
   • Align content with institutional priorities
   • Support major communication campaigns and the annual research report
5. Project & Asset Coordination
   • Manage multiple story assignments and meet established deadlines
   • Coordinate multimedia assets needed for storytelling, including photography and/or video

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

48,000

Pay Basis

Monthly

Work Location

Lubbock

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of AP style
• Experience producing or coordinating photography and video assets
• Basic knowledge of multimedia tools (e.g., Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, Canva)
• Experience developing content for both print and digital platforms
• Experience communicating scientific or technical subject matter
• Experience managing multiple projects on tight deadlines
• Experience in higher education, research institutions, or health sciences settings
• Familiarity with research communication platforms such as EurekAlert!
• Knowledge of writing and creating content for social media

Department

Comm and Marketing Lbk

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

Occasional Duties

• Edit external facing marketing materials
• Participate in communications initiatives, committees and professional development activities as assigned
• Reports, shoots video/photos and voices communication assets

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus three (3) years related experience; OR a combination of related education and/or experience equal to seven (7) years.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No