Job Title: Research Comms Program Mgr
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 233299
Job Summary

Provide and manage communications services regarding highly technical topics for one or more specific research units. Develop detailed knowledge of faculty expertise and research done by these units; assess strategic communications needs and manage provision of comprehensive communications services to those units. Where necessary, obtain specialized expertise such as graphic design, web design, photography, video and social media strategy and manage integration of those services to meet identified strategic goals.This position will interact on a regular basis with: internal and external management, faculty, staff, unit personnel and stakeholders. This position typically will advise and counsel: internal and external management, faculty, staff, unit personnel and stakeholders. This position will supervise: NA.

Responsibilities

Job Duty 1 -

Develop detailed knowledge of assigned research units; assess, identify and elevate science/technology news opportunities within relevant research areas; Develop and manage strategic initiatives to inform and guide internal stakeholders on key issues; ensuring internal and external strategies are aligned.

Job Duty 2 -
Create a cohesive communications strategy for each unit that aligns with Institute-level priorities; Develop core messages that meet the goals of the Institute and research strategic plans and customizes core messaging to meet the needs of different audiences.

Job Duty 3 -
Lead unit level multi-media communications efforts for one or more units that target internal and external audiences, support business goals and enhance the reputation of the unit(s) and the Institute.

Job Duty 4 -
Proactively cultivate an environment of information sharing and success recognition.

Job Duty 5 -
Ensure quality control and messaging consistency of all information released.

Job Duty 6 -
Direct and provide executive communications support.

Job Duty 7 -
Serve as the liaison from the unit to the research communicators' network, as well as to the creative services team and Institute Communications. Convene collaborators in Institute Communications and across campus to advance internal communications objectives.

Job Duty 8 -
Identify projects requiring specialized skills such as graphic design, web design, photography, video and social media strategy and partner with staff reporting to the Research Creative Services Director. Manage project timeline and deliverables on behalf of unit leadership.

Job Duty 9 -
Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Marketing Communications or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Experience
Five to seven years of job related experience

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications
Preferred skills include use of MS Office software for presentations and writing; familiarity with content maintenance of Drupal-based websites.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

SKILLS
Ability to cultivate strong, positive relationships, work effectively in a collaborative team environment and superior speaking, writing and editing skills.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel
This position does not require security clearance.