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Job Description

Position Description

The Cancer Vaccine Institute (CVI) at the University of Washington is a community of scientists, doctors, nurses, patients, and philanthropists creating a world where cancer can be managed, treated, and ultimately prevented by vaccines and immunotherapies. We’ve disrupted the traditional lab model by connecting the early discovery, translational research, and clinical trial work under one roof. This approach brings our ground-breaking cancer immunology research out of the lab and into the lives of cancer patients faster, more efficiently, and with greater success.

The CVI has an excellent opportunity for a part-time (20-30 hours/month) Communications Coordinator who will help advance our mission by supporting communications for our patients, scientific collaborators, and donors. Under the direction and supervision of the Executive Director, the Communications Coordinator will develop and implement the CVI’s public communications, including but not limited to digital communications (email, website, and social media), publications (newsletters), and media relations. Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Communications Coordinator will be responsible for planning and coordinating the strategic communication of information designed to keep the public informed of the Cancer Vaccine Institute’s research, events, accomplishments, and objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities

Print and Digital Communications - 70%

+ Develop and design communications for the CVI, working directly with the Executive Director and other staff to plan messaging, establish goals, objectives, and strategies.

+ Produce the CVI newsletters and other publications, including writing, editing, and design.

+ Develop story ideas, conduct interviews, write, edit, and proof feature stories for digital publication.

+ Develop and design digital communications for the CVI, including website, email, and social media.

Promotion and Outreach - 25%

+ Develop and create publicity materials (programs, flyers, email announcements, social media posts) for CVI events, publications, and other activities.

+ Maintain mailing and email lists for events and newsletters.

+ Participate in development of fundraising materials.

+ Participate in media relations work including coordinating media interviews and writing press releases.

Other - 5%

+ Administrative and other duties as assigned.

Pay Rate Information

The salary information provided below is for a full-time position and will be pro-rated for part-time.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

+ Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, English, Journalism, or related field

+ Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

+ A basic understanding of biomedical research

+ Understanding of digital media strategies

+ Strong computer skills, including proficiency in the use of MS Office and design tools (e.g. Canva, Photoshop, InDesign), and content management systems

+ Understanding of Wix, WordPress or other web design/editing platforms

+ Solid editing and researching skills

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills including demonstrated competence in preparation of correspondence, written reports, and publicity materials.

+ Must be highly organized and show a high level of attention to detail.

+ Ability to prioritize competing demands to successfully meet deadlines and project milestones

+ Prior experience working in scientific communications.

+ Prior experience with Mailchimp, or similar email platform.

+ Prior experience in podcasts or similar media

Working Environmental Conditions

+ Most work will be remote while the occasional onsite work might be required.

+ No set schedule is required but work must be completed by agreed upon deadlines.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$27.00 hourly

Pay Range Maximum:

$30.00 hourly

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-professional-staff-librarians-academic-contract-covered-exempt-20250130-a11y.pdf

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a temporary position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

0.00%

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://hr.uw.edu/eoaa/) . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected] .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) .

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.