Inside Higher Ed
Scientific Communications Manager- MCG Immunology Center of GA
Inside Higher Ed, Augusta, Georgia, United States, 30910
Scientific Communications Manager – MCG Immunology Center of GA
Job ID: 291748 | Location: Augusta, GA | Employment Type: Full‑Time | Shift: Days (Mon‑Fri) | Salary: $82,800 – $105,000 annually | Pay Band: B15
About Us Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers across four campuses in Augusta and beyond. With over 12,000 students, the university is Georgia's only public academic health center, fostering groundbreaking research that improves health and prosperity. Augusta University’s mission and values are available at
https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php .
Job Summary The Scientific Communications Manager leads strategy, development, and dissemination of internal and external communications for the Immunology Center of Georgia (IMMCG). This role translates complex scientific research into clear, compelling content for diverse audiences—including faculty, staff, students, donors, policymakers, media, and the public—while elevating IMMCG’s reputation as a national leader in immunology research.
Responsibilities
Strategic Communications & Public Engagement:
Lead overall communications strategy, ensuring alignment with campus brand and mission. Translate research findings into press releases, news stories, videos, and multimedia. Oversee IMMCG’s digital presence—including website, newsletters, and social media—to grow reach and engagement. Manage media relations and serve as liaison with AU Communications & Marketing and external journalists. Develop campaigns and storytelling initiatives that highlight IMMCG faculty, trainees, and discoveries.
Internal Communications for Faculty, Staff & Trainees:
Track, implement, and communicate the IMMCG strategic plan, aligning key initiatives with institutional priorities. Support and promote faculty and trainee accomplishments, including award and fellowship nominations. Provide communications support for meetings to foster collaboration. Support staff professional development through training and mentorship.
Research Funding & Grant Support:
Maintain updated biosketches, resource pages, and institutional content for proposals. Monitor NIH and foundation opportunities, including grants, fellowships, and career awards. Seek non‑scientific grant opportunities to support community engagement and staff development. Manage and support administration of non‑scientific grant projects.
Networking & Representation:
Represent IMMCG at scientific meetings, ensuring consistent branding and visibility. Coordinate presence at national, regional, local, and on‑campus conferences and manage communications related to abstracts and presentations. Cultivate relationships with peer institutions, funders, and professional organizations.
Perform all other job‑related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. from an accredited institution plus at least one year of related experience.
OR Master’s degree from an accredited institution with a minimum of five years of related experience.
OR Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a minimum of eight years of related experience.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge:
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.
Skills:
Detail‑oriented with excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Abilities:
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Shift / Salary / Benefits Shift: Days; Monday–Friday (work outside normal business hours may be required). Salary: $82,800–$105,000 annually. Pay Band: B15. salary to be commensurate with qualifications.
Recruitment Period: Until Filled. Augusta University offers benefits to full‑time employees, including health, dental, life insurance, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Tuition Assistance Program available for eligible employees after six months of service.
Conditions of Employment All selected candidates must pass a Background Check review prior to starting. Where applicable, a credit check is required for Positions of Trust and approved departmental Purchase Card usage. Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that require driving a university vehicle. Faculty hires must provide proof of completed academic degrees and transcripts. All employees are responsible for ensuring confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information and for adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies.
Equal Employment Opportunity Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply Consider applying with us today! Visit
https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/
to submit your application. For internal applicants, select the University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants option. If you need assistance, contact 706‑721‑9365.
Contact Job Openings – Augusta University Human Resources Department Phone: 706‑721‑9365 Email:
recruitment@augusta.edu
#J-18808-Ljbffr
About Us Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers across four campuses in Augusta and beyond. With over 12,000 students, the university is Georgia's only public academic health center, fostering groundbreaking research that improves health and prosperity. Augusta University’s mission and values are available at
https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php .
Job Summary The Scientific Communications Manager leads strategy, development, and dissemination of internal and external communications for the Immunology Center of Georgia (IMMCG). This role translates complex scientific research into clear, compelling content for diverse audiences—including faculty, staff, students, donors, policymakers, media, and the public—while elevating IMMCG’s reputation as a national leader in immunology research.
Responsibilities
Strategic Communications & Public Engagement:
Lead overall communications strategy, ensuring alignment with campus brand and mission. Translate research findings into press releases, news stories, videos, and multimedia. Oversee IMMCG’s digital presence—including website, newsletters, and social media—to grow reach and engagement. Manage media relations and serve as liaison with AU Communications & Marketing and external journalists. Develop campaigns and storytelling initiatives that highlight IMMCG faculty, trainees, and discoveries.
Internal Communications for Faculty, Staff & Trainees:
Track, implement, and communicate the IMMCG strategic plan, aligning key initiatives with institutional priorities. Support and promote faculty and trainee accomplishments, including award and fellowship nominations. Provide communications support for meetings to foster collaboration. Support staff professional development through training and mentorship.
Research Funding & Grant Support:
Maintain updated biosketches, resource pages, and institutional content for proposals. Monitor NIH and foundation opportunities, including grants, fellowships, and career awards. Seek non‑scientific grant opportunities to support community engagement and staff development. Manage and support administration of non‑scientific grant projects.
Networking & Representation:
Represent IMMCG at scientific meetings, ensuring consistent branding and visibility. Coordinate presence at national, regional, local, and on‑campus conferences and manage communications related to abstracts and presentations. Cultivate relationships with peer institutions, funders, and professional organizations.
Perform all other job‑related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. from an accredited institution plus at least one year of related experience.
OR Master’s degree from an accredited institution with a minimum of five years of related experience.
OR Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a minimum of eight years of related experience.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge:
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.
Skills:
Detail‑oriented with excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Abilities:
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Shift / Salary / Benefits Shift: Days; Monday–Friday (work outside normal business hours may be required). Salary: $82,800–$105,000 annually. Pay Band: B15. salary to be commensurate with qualifications.
Recruitment Period: Until Filled. Augusta University offers benefits to full‑time employees, including health, dental, life insurance, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Tuition Assistance Program available for eligible employees after six months of service.
Conditions of Employment All selected candidates must pass a Background Check review prior to starting. Where applicable, a credit check is required for Positions of Trust and approved departmental Purchase Card usage. Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that require driving a university vehicle. Faculty hires must provide proof of completed academic degrees and transcripts. All employees are responsible for ensuring confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information and for adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies.
Equal Employment Opportunity Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply Consider applying with us today! Visit
https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/
to submit your application. For internal applicants, select the University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants option. If you need assistance, contact 706‑721‑9365.
Contact Job Openings – Augusta University Human Resources Department Phone: 706‑721‑9365 Email:
recruitment@augusta.edu
#J-18808-Ljbffr