Communications Associate - Virginia Seafood AREC
Communications Associate - Virginia Seafood AREC
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Job Description
Job Description
Virginia Techs Virginia Seafood Agricultural Research and Extension Center (VSAREC) seeks a Communications Associate to support science communication and stakeholder engagement efforts. This position plays a key role in promoting the centers research and Extension activities to a wide range of Communications Associate is responsible for telling the story of research and Extension activities at the Virginia Seafood AREC (VSAREC) to a local state and international audience by assisting with in-person Extension events writing articles and contributing to social media websites digital storytelling CALS and VT publications and other collaboratively with VSAREC faculty staff and in conjunction with the Virginia Tech communications and marketing team this person will produce content to promote the achievements and activities of VSAREC researchers.
Responsibilities include planning producing and publishing multi-platform contentsuch as photography videography storytelling and digital communicationsto highlight the centers programs people and position supports VSARECs outreach and engagement efforts by coordinating educational exhibits and displays at stakeholder-facing events such as conferences and trade shows. The associate will collaborate with internal and external partnersincluding project sponsorsto help share research outcomes and promote the centers include tracking and reporting outreach impacts and contributing to grant-funded projects by helping plan and deliver related communication and engagement activities. This is a full-time position based in Hampton Virginia.
Virginia Tech is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in communications public relations journalism or a related field or equivalent years of training and experience
Demonstrated experience in science communication journalism or public outreach
Experience producing content for public or stakeholder-facing platforms
Proficiency in photography and videography
Experience developing digital content (web social media etc.)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience translating scientific research for non-specialist audiences
Familiarity with media relations and story placement
Experience working collaboratively as part of a communications or marketing team
Experience organizing or supporting outreach events
Knowledge of Virginia Cooperative Extension and/or 4-H
Familiarity with aquaculture fisheries or related fields
Experience working in higher education or research environments
Pay Band
4
Overtime Status
Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Restricted
Salary Information
$45000 - $55000; commensurate with experience.
Hours per week
40
Review Date
July 7 2025; open until filled.
Additional Information
Please provide an example of a previous communications project you have completed (written story photography videography etc.)
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto Ut Prosim (That I May Serve) Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge discovery and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36000 undergraduate graduate and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges a school of medicine a veterinary medicine college Graduate School and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
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If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation please contact Jonathan van Sentenat regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
