SENIOR WRITER EXTERNAL Marketing Communications Editorial Job at Boston Universi

Boston University is full of exciting stories of students who are ready to change the world, alumni who are leaders in their field, researchers who are pursuing life‑changing breakthroughs and you could help tell them. Boston University's award‑winning editorial team is looking for an experienced journalist with strong reportorial and storytelling skills.

The Senior Writer is responsible for writing features and profiles for BU Today, Bostonia magazine, The Brink (BU's research website), and other University publications and distribution channels. The writer will craft engaging and relevant content for Boston University web and print communications and news stories on deadline, emphasizing creative thinking, curiosity, and stylish delivery. The writer is able to recount the perspectives and experiences of all elements of a diverse university community from deans and department chairs to professors and research fellows to undergraduate and graduate students.

Requirements

B.S. or B.A. and 5‑8 years of relevant experience or equivalent.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Established in 1947, the College of Communication (COM) at Boston University is a large college with departments specializing in Film and Television, Journalism, Mass Communication, Advertising and Public Relations. COM’s student population exceeds 2000 students annually, including undergraduate and Master’s level students. The college integrates a strong liberal arts core with a heavy focus on preparing students for careers as communication professionals. Our faculty is a blend of traditional academicians and widely experienced professionals. Located in the “hub of education” and a major media market, Boston University’s College of Communication offers prospective faculty members a wealth of opportunities for collaborative efforts in academic and professional spheres.