HERL Communications Specialist IV - 26005135
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The University of Pittsburgh and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Human Engineering Research Laboratories (HERL) is seeking a full-time Communications Specialist IV. The role develops complex web and print content and marketing, supporting outreach, project updates, research participation, and advocacy for inclusionary design. The ideal candidate has at least three years of relevant experience. A bachelor's degree is required; a degree in a related communications field is strongly preferred.
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HERL Communications Specialist IV Med-Human Engineering Research Laboratories - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26005135) The University of Pittsburgh / U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Human Engineering Research Laboratories (HERL) is a collaborative venture advancing rehabilitation technology. HERL merges academic and VA expertise to enhance independence and quality of life for individuals with disabilities. Our mission is to innovate, design, and implement cutting-edge technologies, promoting mobility, accessibility, and improved healthcare for those with disabilities. Through interdisciplinary research, HERL strives to empower individuals and shape the future of assistive technology. As a University Institute with a broad portfolio of projects, HERL communicates to and with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders through multiple mediums. These multi-modal efforts include conducting outreach on assistive technology advances, providing ongoing project updates, publicizing the work of our academics and engineers, promoting participation in human subject research trials, and advocating for inclusionary design for people with disabilities. HERL is seeking to hire a full-time staff Communications Specialist IV. A bachelor's degree is required, with a degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Digital Media, English, or a related field strongly preferred. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience in one or more of these fields. The following skills and experience are strongly desired: Media relations, to include responding to inquiries, arranging interviews and site visits, and providing informational background materials. Professional photography and videography. Digital and physical production of newsletters, flyers, posters and related materials. Management of organizational social media accounts, including LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube. Experience maintaining and updating an organizational website. Special event coordination. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud applications such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Bridge, Premiere Pro, Audition and Acrobat. Submission of writing and/or media samples is not required but encouraged. Incumbent must successfully complete a U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs background check. Job Summary Develops complex web and print content and marketing. View the full job description on the employer's website. Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. PI286554977 / 27-3031.00 Public Relations Specialists
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- US median$119–176K/yr616 salary ranges
- US median$24–29/hr54 hourly ranges
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- Olive Jobs lists 31 open Public Relations jobs in Pennsylvania and 957 across the US. 6% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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- This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 428 of the 957 open Public Relations jobs (45%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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