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Research Communications Specialist

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NC State University
Location
Raleigh, NC
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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution
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Job Details

Posting Number:

PG194988EP

Internal Recruitment :

No

Working Title:

Research Communications Specialist

Anticipated Hiring Range:

$65,000 - $75,000

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; with occasional nights and weekends for events as needed. Position is primarily in-person at the College of Veterinary Medicine.

Job Location:

Raleigh, NC

Department :

College Of Veterinary Medicine

About the Department:

The mission of the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) is to enhance animal and human health and well-being through the education and advanced training of veterinarians and comparative biomedical scientists, and provide leadership in veterinary care, biomedical research and outreach through innovation and interdisciplinary partnerships. The mission contributes to developing and sustaining North Carolina and global economies and advancing the profession.

The College’s Communications and Marketing Team advances the mission and visibility of the CVM through strategic storytelling across web, social media, video, design, and media relations, in alignment with NC State brand standards. The Research Communications Specialist is a key member of this team, translating the college’s research and discoveries into accessible stories for the public, students, donors, and the scientific community.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits:

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
What we offer:

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential Job Duties:

The Research Communications Specialist translates the College of Veterinary Medicine’s research into clear, compelling stories for the public, prospective students, donors, and academic and professional audiences.

Through interviews with faculty, clinicians, and researchers, the Research Communications Specialist surfaces the human and scientific stories behind the college’s discoveries and shares them with the world, bringing journalistic rigor, factual precision, and editorial judgment to every assignment.

Duties include:

Communication

  • Write effective, influential copy for projects across a variety of media, with a strong emphasis on established and emerging digital media.
  • Distill complex academic, scientific, and technical research into compelling copy that can be understood by a general audience.
  • Contribute strategic copy concepts and ideas while delivering copy for small and large assignments on time and relentlessly on brand.
  • Work across multiple disciplines to develop the right messages at the right time to support strategic goals and business objectives.
  • Apply exceptional editing skills to content produced by the writer and by others.

Project Management
  • Thrive in a fast-paced, self-starter environment, managing multiple assignments and competing deadlines.
  • Contribute to and collaborate with dynamic teams of designers, digital media specialists, photographers, and project leaders.

Professional Knowledge
  • Possess a designated level of professional skill and knowledge in research writing.
  • Maintain professional contacts and consult with faculty and department leadership on publicizing and promoting their research.
  • Stay current with developments and trends in research communications and maintain professional credentials.
  • Apply AP Style across all content.

Other Responsibilities:

  • Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities.


Minimum Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Other Required Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated ability to translate complex academic, scientific, or medical information into clear, accurate content for general audiences.
  • Considerable knowledge of English grammar, composition, and AP Style, with strong editing and proofreading skills.
  • Research, interviewing, and fact-checking skills.
  • Experience writing for digital platforms, including familiarity with SEO, AEO, web usability, and digital accessibility standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of NC State brand guidelines.
  • Five or more years of professional writing experience, including at least three years producing science-focused or research content.
  • Experience writing in a research university, academic medical center, or biomedical research setting, with established relationships with science and health media.

Required License(s) or Certification(s):

  • N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required:

No

Commercial Driver's License required:

No

Job Open Date:

10/22/2026

Anticipated Close Date:

Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please include as attachments a resume/CV, cover letter, and contact information for at least 3 professional references.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Position Number:

00112215

Position Type:

EPS/SAAO

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week):

1.0

Appointment:

12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather:

Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events:

Non Mandatory - Emergency Event

Department ID:

190101 - College Of Veterinary Medicine

EEO:

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Organization

NC State: Think and Do

NC State was founded with a purpose: to create economic, societal and intellectual prosperity for the people of North Carolina and the country. We began as a land-grant institution teaching the agricultural and mechanical arts. Today, we're a pre-eminent research enterprise with 12 colleges excelling in all major academic fields.

NC State studentsOur 34,000 high-performing students take what they learn in the classroom and apply it in the real world by conducting research, working in internships and co-ops, and performing acts of world-changing service. That experiential education ensures that they leave here ready to lead the workforce. NC State's 13:1 student-faculty ratio is one of the reasons why we're the best college for your money in North Carolina (Money) and the No. 5 best value among public universities nationally (U.S. News & World Report).

Overcoming Challenges, Improving Lives

NC State is one of only two universities in the nation leading two National Science Foundation Engineering Research Centers — one developing wearable, self-powered health monitors, and the other researching smart-grid technology. We’re also leading interdisciplinary efforts to curb nuclear proliferation, help farmers confront climate change and build a new American manufacturing sector.

Our research doesn't just get published in a journal or sit on a shelf; it makes an impact. NC State is No. 6 nationwide in commercialization agreements based on university research, and we're No. 2 among universities without a medical school. Our Cooperative Extension Service provides research-based information to citizens in all 100 North Carolina counties. In addition, our industrial extension unit — Industry Expansion Solutions — has created an economic benefit for the state's manufacturers averaging $149 million per year since 2005.

Bright Minds Creating a Bold Future

NC State’s 9,000 faculty and staff are world leaders in their fields, bridging the divides between academic disciplines and training high-caliber students to meet tomorrow’s challenges. NC State students won two Goldwater scholarships, five Fulbright scholarships, one Churchill scholarship and a record-breaking 25 National Science Foundation graduate research fellowships in the 2016-2017 academic year. In addition, 25 faculty are members of the National Academies.

NC State bldg in darkOur Centennial Campus, an award-winning public-private research campus, is home to more than 70 partner organizations working alongside more than 70 NC State research and academic units. Centennial is also the location of the innovative Hunt Library, which Time magazine has dubbed “the library of the future.”

In Raleigh and Around the World

It all happens in one of the best cities in America. A top spot for job-seekers and tech professionals, Raleigh is nationally recognized as a leading urban center:

NC State building oldWith Durham and Chapel Hill, Raleigh anchors the Research Triangle, a national hotspot for high-tech enterprise. The top companies in the region — including IBM, Cisco Systems, SAS Institute, Biogen Idec and GlaxoSmithKline — are among the country’s best employers. They also lead the way in hiring new NC State graduates.

More than 130 years after its creation, NC State continues to make its founding purpose a reality. Every day, our career-ready graduates and world-leading faculty make the fruits of learning and discovery available to people across the state, throughout the nation and around the world.

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