Communications Associate, Nuclear Engineering in Cockrell School of Engineering

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Required Qualifications
• 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.

Requirements

• 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
• Salary Range
• $30/hour, part time 20 hours per week
• This position is based on currently available funding that will continue through August 31, 2027.
• Extensions beyond position end date is possible but based performance and the availability of funding.
• Working Conditions
• May work around standard office conditions.
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
• Use of manual dexterity.
• This position may be eligible for a hybrid (on-campus and off-campus) work based on business needs and at the discretion of the supervisor.
• Required Materials
• Resume/CV
• Letter of interest
• Working samples of your work/portfolio or digital links to examples of your work
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
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Additional Information

Job Posting Title: Communications Associate, Nuclear Engineering in Cockrell School of Engineering ---- Hiring Department: Walker Department of Mechanical Engineering ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 20 ---- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt from FLSA ---- Earliest Start Date: Immediately ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2027 ---- Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS ---- Job Details: General Notes As a top-10 engineering school, the Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin has been a global leader in technology innovation and engineering education for over a century. The Nuclear and Radiation Engineering (NRE) area within the Walker Department of Mechanical Engineering includes six faculty, along with researchers and students, in the study and application of nuclear and radiation engineering, including imaging, robotics, high-performance computing, reactor design and materials development. The groups provide a supportive community striving to solve the most pressing challenges of the 21st century through world class research, unsurpassed student education, and dedicated service to the community. This is a fixed-term state funded position, funded through August 31, 2027, with the possibility of renewal upon performance and continuation of funding. Purpose The Communications Associate is responsible for all communications efforts of the Nuclear and Radiation Engineering Area including creating news content for all mediums (print, e-newsletter, web and social media, engaging target audiences and promoting news stories.

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