Auburn University · 1 week ago
Research Communication & Marketing Director
Auburn, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$82K/yr - $147K/yr
6+ years expAuburn University is seeking a Director of Research Communication and Marketing to enhance its research reputation through strategic storytelling and media relations. The role involves leading communication initiatives, managing editorial content, and collaborating with various stakeholders to present Auburn's research impact effectively.
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Responsibilities
Develop and maintain Auburn’s institutional research narrative aligned with the university’s mission, voice and values
Lead editorial content, media relations, photography, videography and multimedia storytelling for research
Champion innovative digital storytelling strategies to strengthen Auburn’s national research profile
Oversee media relations strategies and cultivate relationships with local, regional and national outlets
Plan and implement programs that enhance the capacity of faculty to communicate their research to diverse audiences, including curriculum development and faculty engagement
Partner with colleges, research units and campus communicators to align messaging with institutional priorities
Support campus communicators in storytelling, media engagement and digital strategy
Identify new research communication and marketing opportunities, initiatives and platforms
Lead regular collaboration meetings with Associate Deans of Research, campus communicators and the Office of Communications and Marketing
Promote key research initiatives through coordinated communication and marketing strategies
Provide marketing support for research events, sponsored projects and partnerships
Manage timelines, budgets, vendors and workflows to deliver high-quality communication and marketing projects
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing, Business or related field
6 years of experience in marketing and communications services
Advanced knowledge in developing and executing communication campaigns in complex, mission-driven organizations
Demonstrated leadership in a large, complex organization with multiple stakeholders
Proven ability to exercise emotional intelligence, discretion, and sound judgment in managing sensitive matters and relationships
Strong background in shaping and maintaining institutional voice, narrative and brand messaging across digital, print and multimedia channels
Familiarity with emerging media, digital platforms and content trends, with the ability to incorporate them into institutional storytelling strategies
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Ability to build consensus, foster collaboration and lead cross-functional teams through influence
Demonstrated commitment to staff development, transparency and fostering a high-performing team culture
Preferred
Experience using analytics tools
Adobe Creative Cloud experience
Ability to maintain and update web content in a CMS
Benefits
Generous benefits
Educational opportunities
Culture of support and work/life balance
Company
Auburn University
Auburn University is an institute of higher learning that offers undergraduate and graduate courses.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$25.89MKey Investors
National Safety CouncilDENSO’s North America FoundationNational Institute of Food and Agriculture
2025-06-25Grant· $0.05M
2024-10-30Grant
2024-06-26Grant· $0.89M
Leadership Team
Kelli Shomaker
Sr. V-P for Business and Administration and CFO
Katherine Alldredge
Executive Support Specialist to VP Advancement & Chief Operations and Strategy Officer
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