Part-Time Communications and Media Specialist
Indiana University

Job Info

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Department

HEALTH SCIENCES (BL-MED-IUBLA)

Department Information

The IU School of Medicine is the largest school of medicine in the United States. It is 1 school, on 9 campuses. The Bloomington campus teaches not only medical students in all 4 years of instruction, but also graduate students in Anatomy and Physiology, and Cell and Molecular Cancer Biology; a robust Continuing Medical Education series; and undergraduate students in several large general education courses. The campus hosts over 35 full faculty and nearly 400 adjunct faculty, most of whom are practicing physicians in the area. The research program includes educational, basic science, and clinical and translational research. Medical Residencies in Emergency Medicine and Internal Medicine are planned to begin in 2025 and 2026.

Job Summary

IU School of Medicine-Bloomington is hiring a part-time communications professional to assist with updating and developing media content and communications.

Department Specific Responsibilities

• Supports the creation and revision of print and online materials intended for both internal and external audiences, including newsletters, departmental correspondence, memos, presentations, and/or other informative or promotional material.
• Creates and implements a strategic social media plan, including updating content.
• Participates in the review and revision of the IUSM-Bloomington web pages and associated/linked pages. This will require collaboration with communications and media staff from the IUSM, IU-Bloomington, and IU Health South Central Region.
• Works closely with the Associate Dean and her Executive Assistant, Indianapolis-based IUSM and IU Health-based communications and media staff.
• Provides input into a comprehensive media strategy.
• Manages the IUSM-Bloomington social media accounts, and post content.
• Participates in a comprehensive website redesign, including identifying and creating needed content, and serving as a liaison to the IUSM, IU Health and IU-Bloomington media representatives.
• Assists staff with materials to promote events.
• Assists with internal and external communication.
• Updates onsite content i.e. MedTV.
• Develops ad hoc content, including photography, flyers, promotional material, pamphlets, etc.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• 2 years in relevant field

SKILLS

Required

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

Work Location

Bloomington, Indiana

Advertised Salary

$17.00 - $25.00 per hour

Work Hours

Anticipated commitment is no greater than 29 hours/week, with estimated weekly hours in the 20-25 hours per week range.

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

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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