Communications Specialist I - Hospital Medicine
Washington University in St. Louis, Saint Louis, MO, United States
Position Summary
Scheduled Hours: 40.
We are seeking a creative and motivated Communications Specialist to help shape the voice and branding of the newly established Division of General Internal Medicine (GIM). This unique opportunity allows an early‑career professional to build the division’s communications infrastructure from the ground up while working with a collaborative team of faculty and staff.
In this role you will support the execution of communications and marketing efforts that enhance the division’s visibility. Responsibilities include maintaining web content, creating newsletters, and developing internal and external marketing materials that highlight clinical, educational and research initiatives. You will work with stakeholders to produce content across digital and print platforms while helping manage timelines and deliverables.
This position is ideal for a recent graduate eager to make an impact and grow professionally in a fast‑paced environment. The successful candidate will be detail‑oriented, resourceful and creative, with an interest in storytelling and design. Candidates should submit a resume along with examples of creative work.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Partner with internal teams and staff to carry out day‑to‑day communication and marketing tasks that support engagement and relationship‑building efforts.
Create and deliver content across multiple channels, including website updates, newsletters, emails, social media posts, print materials, signage, and event support. Follow established workflows to move projects from draft to final, including coordinating reviews and approvals.
Track project timelines and keep materials organized to ensure deliverables are completed on schedule. Assist with basic budget tracking as needed.
Support content development such as writing, editing and formatting marketing materials, as well as contributing to video and digital projects.
Help gather information and feedback to evaluate communication efforts and identify opportunities for improvement.
Provide general support on communications and marketing projects as needed.
Working Conditions
Normal office environment
Ability to travel to various on‑and off‑campus locations
Typically working at desk or table
Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement
Occasional lifting (25 lbs or less)
Office equipment
Education
Required: Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
Preferred: No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Certifications / Professional Licenses
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
Work Experience
Required: Relevant Experience (2 Years)
Preferred: No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Skills
Not Applicable (for current qualifications).
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Photoshop
Advertising Communications
Communication Design
Creative Approaches
Creative Strategies
Detail‑Oriented
Digital Designs
Graphic Design
Graphic Production
Highly Developed Interpersonal
Highly Resourceful
Journalism
Listening Effectively
Marketing
Oral Communications
Print Design
Results‑Oriented
Self‑Starter
Sound Judgment
Team Collaboration
Time Management
Typography
Driver's License
A driver’s license is not required for this position.
Grade
G09
Salary Range
$45,600.00 – $75,300.00 / Annually
Benefits Statement
Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U‑Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate‑level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/.
EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
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Scheduled Hours: 40.
We are seeking a creative and motivated Communications Specialist to help shape the voice and branding of the newly established Division of General Internal Medicine (GIM). This unique opportunity allows an early‑career professional to build the division’s communications infrastructure from the ground up while working with a collaborative team of faculty and staff.
In this role you will support the execution of communications and marketing efforts that enhance the division’s visibility. Responsibilities include maintaining web content, creating newsletters, and developing internal and external marketing materials that highlight clinical, educational and research initiatives. You will work with stakeholders to produce content across digital and print platforms while helping manage timelines and deliverables.
This position is ideal for a recent graduate eager to make an impact and grow professionally in a fast‑paced environment. The successful candidate will be detail‑oriented, resourceful and creative, with an interest in storytelling and design. Candidates should submit a resume along with examples of creative work.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Partner with internal teams and staff to carry out day‑to‑day communication and marketing tasks that support engagement and relationship‑building efforts.
Create and deliver content across multiple channels, including website updates, newsletters, emails, social media posts, print materials, signage, and event support. Follow established workflows to move projects from draft to final, including coordinating reviews and approvals.
Track project timelines and keep materials organized to ensure deliverables are completed on schedule. Assist with basic budget tracking as needed.
Support content development such as writing, editing and formatting marketing materials, as well as contributing to video and digital projects.
Help gather information and feedback to evaluate communication efforts and identify opportunities for improvement.
Provide general support on communications and marketing projects as needed.
Working Conditions
Normal office environment
Ability to travel to various on‑and off‑campus locations
Typically working at desk or table
Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement
Occasional lifting (25 lbs or less)
Office equipment
Education
Required: Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
Preferred: No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Certifications / Professional Licenses
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
Work Experience
Required: Relevant Experience (2 Years)
Preferred: No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Skills
Not Applicable (for current qualifications).
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Photoshop
Advertising Communications
Communication Design
Creative Approaches
Creative Strategies
Detail‑Oriented
Digital Designs
Graphic Design
Graphic Production
Highly Developed Interpersonal
Highly Resourceful
Journalism
Listening Effectively
Marketing
Oral Communications
Print Design
Results‑Oriented
Self‑Starter
Sound Judgment
Team Collaboration
Time Management
Typography
Driver's License
A driver’s license is not required for this position.
Grade
G09
Salary Range
$45,600.00 – $75,300.00 / Annually
Benefits Statement
Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U‑Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate‑level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/.
EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
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