Part-Time Communications and Media Specialist
Indiana University

Department

HEALTH SCIENCES (BL-MED-IUBLA)

Department Information

IU School of Medicine Bloomington provides individualized education in medicine and the biomedical sciences to undergraduate, graduate and medical students, supports research to expand our knowledge about human health and disease, and collaborates with other health sciences and community partners to improve the health of our community.

IU School of Medicine Bloomington provides individualized education in medicine and the biomedical sciences to undergraduate, graduate and medical students, supports research to expand our knowledge about human health and disease, and collaborates with other health sciences and community partners to improve the health of our community.

Job Summary

IUSM-Bloomington is looking for a part-time hourly communications professional to assist with updating and developing media content and communications. This position supports the writing and editing of print and online materials, intended for both internal and external audiences, to advance the department's initiatives. Communications may include newsletters, departmental correspondence, memos, presentations, and/or other informative or promotional material. This position is also tasked with improving the IUSM-Bloomington web presence, including social media. This will include integration with larger School-level media processes and people.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Works closely with the Associate Dean and Center Director, as well as Indianapolis-based communications and media staff
• Provides input into a comprehensive media strategy
• Manages the departments social media accounts and posts content
• Updates website and web content
• Assists staff with promoting events
• Assists with internal and external communication
• Updates onsite content, i.e., MedTv
• Develops and creates content including photography, flyers, promotional material, pamphlets, etc. for external communication
• Develops new strategies for increasing community and health system partner engagement

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required

• Working towards a Bachelor's degree in Communications or a related field

SKILLS

Required

• Strong written and visual communication skills, including creating and editing
• Experience with social media and web content management
• Attention to detail
• Demonstrates ability to maintain confidential information
• Excellent collaboration and team building skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects/deadlines

Work Location

Bloomington, Indiana

Work Hours

10-20 hours a week.

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Multiple plan options for medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
• Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
• Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
• Additional supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition benefit for IU classes
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Part Time Employee

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Part Time Employee

Job Family: Part Time Employee

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Posting Disclaimer

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there may be differences in the working conditions as advertised in our standard job postings (e.g., the ability to travel from one campus to another, etc.). If you are invited for an interview, please discuss your questions or concerns regarding the working conditions at that time.

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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