Communications Associate, Nuclear Engineering in Cockrell School of Engineering

University of Texas at Austin

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About The Position

The Nuclear and Radiation Engineering (NRE) area within the Walker Department of Mechanical Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin's Cockrell School of Engineering is seeking a Communications Associate. This role is responsible for all communications efforts for the NRE Area, including creating news content for various mediums (print, e-newsletter, web, and social media), engaging target audiences, and promoting news stories. The NRE area focuses on the study and application of nuclear and radiation engineering, including imaging, robotics, high-performance computing, reactor design, and materials development, aiming to solve pressing challenges through research, education, and service. This is a fixed-term position funded through August 31, 2027, with the possibility of renewal.

Requirements

Two years of professional experience in content strategy, social media, or digital communications.
Demonstrated ability to develop content that resonates with tech-savvy audiences.
Interest in nuclear engineering and storytelling that elevates research and impact.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

More than two years of professional experience in content strategy, social media, or digital communications.
Experience working in a complex organization such as a university, nonprofit, or mission-driven institution.
Familiarity with web and email marketing best practices and coordination.
Understanding of brand strategy and content planning in an academic or professional environment.

Responsibilities

Serves as the writer, content creator, copy editor, and public affairs specialist for the Nuclear and Radiation Engineering Area.
Researches, writes, and edits news releases and stories.
Updates and creates original content for the NRE websites and for distribution on social media accounts.
Constructs and sends regularly scheduled NRE e-newsletters.
Create short-form videos, reels, graphics and social copy.
Works directly with Area Leadership to ensure that key Area messages, news and research breakthroughs are publicized appropriately across all platforms.
Provides basic photography needs for news pieces and events.
Produce select print materials, including flyers, promotional items, signage.
Plans and executes integrated NRE communications strategies.
Develops and maintains direct and email distribution lists and serves as project manager on a variety of NRE communications initiatives.
Supports event programming as needed, creating and ordering print materials, emails, digital signage, and social promotion.