Media Relations Manager, Physical Sciences and Molecular Engineering
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Location: Chicago, IL
Time Type: Full time
Posted On: Posted 2 Days Ago
Job Requisition ID: JR27430
Department
COMM Media Relations
About the Department
University Communications focuses on building the brand, enhancing the reputation and growing public understanding of the University of Chicago. The communications team specializes in content creation, media relations, public affairs, brand strategy, social media, and video and audio production.
Job Summary
The Media Relations Manager works with national journalists and Chicago-based media to place stories that convey the breadth and impact of research in the physical sciences, molecular engineering, and related fields at the University of Chicago. This role requires someone who enjoys working directly with media on interesting subjects and can drive media coverage on topics like astronomy, climate science, and molecular engineering.
The Media Relations Manager will join a dynamic team, working closely with other media relations professionals to distribute news of research and breakthroughs across the University.
Responsibilities
- Builds and maintains relationships with key members of the mainstream and trade media.
- Pitches expert advisories, news stories, and research to journalists.
- Uses monitoring services to track coverage and compile quarterly metric reports.
- Measurably increases media coverage and collaborates on reports to track progress.
- Collaborates in strategic planning to create effective media campaigns.
- Leads the development and staffing of press conferences and other media events.
- Works closely with faculty and deans to stay current on upcoming research and science news.
- Collaborates closely with content and social teams.
- Plans, develops, and disseminates information to keep the public informed of the organization’s programs and accomplishments.
- Solves a range of straightforward problems as work assignments require originality and ingenuity.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in a related field.
Work Experience: Minimum requirements include 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Preferred Qualifications
Education: Bachelors degree.
- At least two years of experience in media relations and/or journalism.
- Extensive experience working with media in print, broadcast, etc.
- Familiarity with working in the sciences, engineering, or technology.
Preferred Competencies
- Superior writing skills.
- Demonstrated ability to place stories and build media relationships.
- Excellent news judgment.
- Effective interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to juggle multiple projects.
- Proven ability to write about technical ideas in an understandable manner.
Application Documents
- Resume/CV (required)
- Cover Letter (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page.
Job Family: Communications
Role Impact: Individual Contributor
FLSA Status: Exempt
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 37.5
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Drug Test Required: No
Health Screen Required: No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required: No
Posting Statement:
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected classes.