Communications Coordinator

Texas A&M • College Station, TX

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About The Position

The Communications Coordinator, under general supervision, supports the creation of news and feature stories—including research, medical, and science communication content—as well as digital content, newsletters, and informational and promotional materials for internal and external audiences. The role oversees planning and posting editorial and news content to the web to increase the visibility of the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS), and manages the college’s calendaring system.

The coordinator supports content development, editing, and design for VMBS materials and presentations, including campaigns across digital and multimedia platforms. Communications must be high quality, consistent with VMBS and Texas A&M University values, and aligned with institutional identity standards. The position focuses on translating complex scientific concepts into stories for the general public and requires an understanding of research and higher education research practices.

This is a full-time, Monday–Friday position in College Station, Texas, generally scheduled from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Occasional work outside those hours, including weekends, and travel on or off campus may be required. The position is considered essential during university-declared emergencies, campus closures, and class cancellations. An alternate work location is allowed per Texas A&M University guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years of communications and/or marketing experience.
• Ability to understand complex scientific concepts through research or faculty interviews and translate them into stories for the general public.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• Self-starter with intrinsic motivation to accomplish objectives.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, excellent proofreading and copy-editing abilities, and strong attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to present information clearly and concisely.
• Proficiency in the AP Style Guide.
• Knowledge of communicating with large audiences through online communications platforms.
• Highest level of professionalism and respect for confidentiality.
• Ability to comply with applicable state and federal laws and codes and Texas A&M System and University policies, regulations, rules, and procedures.
• Ability to perform job responsibilities safely and comply with System and University safety requirements.
• Ability to report to work and remain on duty during university-declared emergencies, campus closures, and class cancellations unless or until relieved by the direct supervisor.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in communications, writing, English, or a related field.
• Experience writing about complex topics such as science, medicine, technology, or research for a variety of audiences.
• Familiarity with higher education goals, structures, and communication standards.
• Experience using content management systems to manage web content.
• Familiarity with SEO and SEM best practices.
• Understanding of research protocols, how research is conducted, and higher education elements related to research.

Responsibilities

• Collect information and write news releases, feature stories, and other content for websites, handouts, magazines, video scripts, and promotional materials in print or electronic formats, with an emphasis on research, medical, and other science topics.
• Support production of general content with VMBS Marketing & Communications team members and help proactively maintain and update materials.
• Develop sources, conduct interviews, generate story ideas, contribute to the editorial calendar, and advise on story release timing.
• Ensure print and web products conform to VMBS, Texas A&M, and journalistic standards.
• Respond to inquiries, track news coverage as needed, and cover VMBS-related events.
• Maintain content on the VMBS website and affiliated web properties, including posting stories, overseeing blogs, and copy editing and updating web pages.
• Collaborate on web content that supports search engine optimization and integration of new media and other web tools to increase VMBS visibility and awareness.
• Oversee the VMBS calendaring system.
• Help promote general-content materials through appropriate print, electronic, and digital media, including digital signage.
• Track targeted marketing and communications projects and develop project timelines.
• Lead development and promotion of emails for internal and external events and other communications.
• Develop monthly and/or quarterly newsletters for VMBS stakeholders.
• Evaluate email campaign analytics to determine optimal send times and other ways to reach audiences effectively.
• Prepare and present information to internal stakeholders on journalistic communication practices, including explaining technical scientific topics to lay audiences and preparing news releases, publications, and external media interviews.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance; Texas A&M contributes to employee health and basic life premiums.
• 12–15 days of annual paid holidays.
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month.
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
• Free exercise programs and release time through Health and Wellness.
• Access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support for conferences, workshops, and other professional development.
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while employed at Texas A&M.
• Access to the Living Well program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level