Communications and Events Coordinator

Brown University•Providence, RI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Data Science Institute (DSI) is a campus hub for research and education in the emerging field of data science. DSI currently includes two interdisciplinary research centers, the Center for Computational Molecular Biology (CCMB) and the Center for Technological Responsibility (CNTR). The institute and its centers offer academic programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels, host postdoctoral researchers, and support collaborative data science research across campus. The Communications and Events Coordinator will manage all aspects of internal and external communications, including social media, newsletters, and website content; they will also manage both small-and-large-scale events including seminars and lectures, workshops, and recruiting/information sessions for students. This position will provide event planning and operational support for the department by working collaboratively and independently with faculty, staff, students, industry partners, and other campus departments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of relevant experience, or the equivalent combination of experience and education.
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Customer-service oriented
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Proficiency in MS Office applications and Google Suite
Knowledge and command of evolving social media platforms
Ability to prioritize complex and at times competing goals
Ability to take initiative and use professional judgment to independently problem solve and coordinate efforts with other involved parties
Ability to work with little supervision and also serve as strong team member
Ability to research, analyze, summarize, and report findings
Ability to exercise restraint and discretion in matters that are confidential or otherwise sensitive to faculty, students, and staff
Strong commitment to promoting diversity and equity

Nice To Haves

Previous experience within an academic environment and in a role that supports communications, development, community and industry outreach, and events/special programs is preferred.
Proficiency in Adobe Suite and other graphic design software and web design preferred

Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of internal and external communications, including social media, newsletters, and website content.
Manage both small-and-large-scale events including seminars and lectures, workshops, and recruiting/information sessions for students.
Provide event planning and operational support for the department by working collaboratively and independently with faculty, staff, students, industry partners, and other campus departments.