PS Marketing/Communications Specialist

About the position

The Division of Hematology-Oncology in the Department of Pediatrics, University of Utah School of Medicine, has an immediate opening for a Marketing and Communications Specialist. The Specialist will assist in ongoing clinical, research and academic initiatives throughout the division. This position will aid division leadership in planning and managing operational and communication needs of the division and cancer service line. This position will be tasked with moving forward various projects and initiatives that fulfill the needs of the division. The position does not entail direct patient contact.

Responsibilities

• Develops and executes marketing and communication strategies by creating and implementing comprehensive marketing and communication plans, utilizing both traditional and digital publishing technologies.
• Collaborates with stakeholders for website optimization by engaging with internal teams and external partners to understand their needs, expectations, and specific requirements, ensuring seamless website optimization and system integration.
• Manages divisional and service line communication efforts by developing, curating, and disseminating relevant information regarding divisional projects to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitors and optimizes communication strategies by tracking the effectiveness of marketing and communication tactics, analyzing performance metrics, and adjusting strategies to improve engagement and impact.
• Conceptualizes and develops project strategies by collaborating with department leaders and key stakeholders to brainstorm, conceptualize, and develop initiatives that align with organizational goals.
• Ensures accuracy and quality of communications by proofreading all communication materials for clarity, consistency, and accuracy.
• Manages the research and development of content for publication.
• Develops and adheres to project timelines.
• Implement systems to gather relevant data and performance metrics related to the division's objectives. Analyze the data to assess progress, effectiveness and inform decision-making.
• Work closely with other departments, organizations, or partners to foster collaboration, leverage resources, and create synergies for the program's success.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) plus 3 years of related experience.
• Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with a variety of computer software.
• Project management and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both individually and in a team setting.

Nice-to-haves

• Two years of directly related experience.
• Proven experience in marketing communication roles, with a focus on content writing.
• Strong writing and editing skills, with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in graphic design software such as Adobe Creative Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, analyze and make decisions related to program content.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Strong coordination and organizational skills required to prioritize conflicting deadlines.
• Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.

Benefits

• Excellent health care coverage at affordable rates.
• 14.2% retirement contributions that vest immediately.
• Generous paid leave time.
• 11 paid Holidays per year.
• 50% tuition reduction for employees, spouses, and dependent children.
• Flex spending accounts.
• University provided basic employee life insurance coverage equal to a salary of up to $25,000.
• Variety of elective insurance coverage, including life insurance, short and long-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet.
• Free transit on most UTA services.
• Employee discounts on a variety of products and services.
• Professional development opportunities.