We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join our team as the Communications Manager. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape and execute a comprehensive communications strategy. We are looking for an enthusiastic self-starter who takes ownership of projects, and is excited about building something truly exceptional.
The Communications Manager will be responsible for designing and implementing cohesive marketing, PR, and communication strategies for the National Emerging Infectious Diseases Laboratories (NEIDL). This individual will be a strong writer responsible for the annual reports, newsletters, website and social media platforms by sourcing content from research teams, telling compelling stories about research happening at this prestigious center, and promoting these stories within and beyond BU channels. This includes responsibility for print collateral and reporting, website management, event promotion, and special projects. This individual will be an energetic, creative, self-starter who builds relationships with faculty and administrative staff across the NEIDL.
What Sets This Opportunity Apart:
Autonomy: As a key player in our administrative team, you will enjoy a high level of autonomy to implement and refine communication strategies.
Ownership: This is an opportunity to take ownership of a communications function and make a lasting impact.
Innovation: We encourage out-of-the-box thinking, and this role provides the chance to craft and implement your own strategies.
Benefits: Have the benefits of working within a large university, which includes generous medical, dental, retirement, and tuition remission benefits. See link to tuition remission information. https://www.bu.edu/hr/learningbu/tuition-remission/
Skills
Bachelor's Degree and 5-8 years of experience or Master's Degree and 3-5 years of experience
The National Emerging Infectious Diseases Laboratories (NEIDL)is part of a national network of secure facilities that study infectious diseases. The NEIDL is dedicated to the development of diagnostics, vaccines and therapeutics to combat emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases. In addition to Bio Safety Level (BSL)-2 and BSL-3 laboratories, the NEIDL houses BSL-4 laboratories that will operate at the highest level of containment. The NEIDL will add to the growing life sciences industry in the region, throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and across the country.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
