Research Communications Specialist

Assists, in conjunction with multi-disciplinary teams, with writing large, multi-investigator grant proposals and other manuscripts, as well as editing scientific reports, assisting with website copy, providing writing/editing support for book chapters, editing reports by internal and external stakeholders, and developing ad hoc requested materials. Implements critical scientific research editing to documents and maintains compliance with all guidelines and regulations.

Med-Urology

The Department of Urology is seeking a Communications Specialist to support the Chair of the department located at Shadyside Medical Center. The candidate will manage communications across multiple platforms, including professional correspondence, social media, educational materials, and progress reports. This role is pivotal in developing communication products that further the research and educational goals of the Urology department. Responsibilities include crafting presentations, generating departmental reports, and assisting with research, educational, and development initiatives. Additionally, this position supports the Vice Chairs of Academic Affairs, Research, Quality and Safety, and Clinical Operations. The candidate will also undertake special projects assigned by the Chair of Urology.

Essential Functions

• Oversee and enhance the department’s digital presence, including social media and website management. This involves training content experts within divisions, updating department pages, and developing new content. Ensure cohesive content management across Pitt and UPMC care sites, promote departmental achievements, and support grant applications and reporting for the Chair. Serve as a media liaison and manage administrative tasks as the department manager.
• Compile and disseminate the weekly internal Urology Update, gathering information from department leaders and media alerts.
• Produce a monthly newsletter targeting current and prospective donors to update them on departmental activities and initiatives.
• Develop and update patient education materials that are culturally sensitive and appropriate.
• Support the Chair with educational, research, and operational projects, including creating presentations and coordinating reports on departmental activities such as the Annual Review of the Chair of Urology. Contribute to other communication efforts, including those related to US News & World Report rankings.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, including special projects for the Chair of Urology
  
  

Physical Effort

Duties are primarily sedentary.

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The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category

Full-time regular

Job Classification

Staff.Scientific Writer II

Job Family

Communications & Marketing

Job Sub-Family

Writing

Campus

Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years Of Experience Required

2

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience?

Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m

Work Arrangement

Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.

Hiring Range

TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation Offered

No

Visa Sponsorship Provided

No

Background Check

For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances

Not Applicable

Required Documents

Resume

Optional Documents

Not Applicable