Overview
Communications Specialist Jobs in Chapel Hill, NC at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Posting Information
Department
SPH – Communications – 460130
Career Area
Public Relations/Communications/Marketing
Posting Open Date
03/24/2025
Application Deadline
04/14/2025
Position Type
Temporary Staff (SHRA)
Position Title
Communications Specialist
Position Number
20069818
Vacancy ID
S024941
Full-time/Part-time
Part-Time Temporary
Hours per week
20
Work Schedule
Hours flexible
Position Location
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
$18.00 per hour
Proposed Start Date
05/19/2025
Estimated Duration of Appointment
3 months or less
Position Information
Be a Tar Heel!
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.
One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.
University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
Our Office of Communications provides services in media relations, writing, social media, design, photography and video. We also provide consultation for marketing and branding internal and external communications.
Position Summary
Are you passionate about science? Do you ever wish you could help friends and family better understand a scientific topic you care about?
We invite you to join the communications team at the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health for a summer position that will bring you into the world of science communication for public health. As the number one public school of public health in the country, we aim to improve health for all and eliminate inequities so that communities across the world can thrive.
What is public health? Maybe the better question is, ‘what isn’t public health?’ This position is an opportunity for those with an interest in any kind of science to learn how it impacts our health and how to share that with the Gillings School’s broad audiences.
The Communications Specialist will have a role in:
Reading and translating research studies into news for general audiences
Creating and editing web pages
Designing and sending newsletters
Social media strategy
Digital flyer and graphic design with Canva
Corresponding with scientific experts and students
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Experience in science, technology, engineering, math or other health-related fields
Have an interest in learning to communicate technical topics to general audiences
Be open to learning about unfamiliar topics in order to communicate them
Have familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft 365 and Canva
Be comfortable working independently and interacting with a wide variety of audiences, including technical experts, media, clinicians and students
Be open to receiving feedback on creative work to grow their communications skills
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
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Title: Communications Specialist
Company: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Location: Chapel Hill, NC
