Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center · 17 hours ago
Sr Research Multimedia Journalist
Lubbock, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expTexas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching lives by educating students and advancing knowledge through innovative research. The Research Multimedia Journalist will promote the TTUHSC brand and produce engaging content that showcases faculty achievements and institutional impact, working collaboratively with various teams to connect with key constituencies.
EducationHealth Care
Responsibilities
Content Planning & Idea Generation
Media Relations & External Visibility
Cross-Campus & Internal Collaboration
Project & Asset Coordination
Story Development & Writing
Write and edit weekly feature articles, blogs and news stories on research discoveries and innovation initiatives
Serve as a copy editor and copywriter for the TTUHSC Media Relations team
Identify and pitch stories highlighting faculty, staff and student research accomplishments
Conduct interviews with researchers, clinicians, students and community partners to inform clear, authentic narratives that reflect their experiences and impact
Translate technical and scholarly content into accessible material for both general and specialized audiences
Develop research-focused feature stories for TTUHSC’s magazine, Pulse
Prepare research and earned media reports
Track and maintain a repository of story ideas for team planning and review
Plan content calendars with team leads and coordinate interviews and outreach
Monitor research trends and emerging scientific areas to identify storytelling opportunities
Track news platforms regularly for the latest information on current issues and evolving topics with science and research news
Support strategies to secure local, statewide and national media coverage for TTUHSC research experts
Draft press releases and messaging aligned with university priorities
Collaborate with regional counterparts to ensure regional research stories are showcased
Review and proof content for Office of Research and Innovation social media channels, including captions and graphic materials
Collaborate with the Offices of Research and Innovation, Communications & Marketing along with internal partners on integrated communication strategies
Align content with institutional priorities
Support major communication campaigns and the annual research report
Manage multiple story assignments and meet established deadlines
Coordinate multimedia assets needed for storytelling, including photography and/or video
Edit external facing marketing materials
Participate in communications initiatives, committees and professional development activities as assigned
Reports, shoots video/photos and voices communication assets
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a related field plus three (3) years related experience; OR a combination of related education and/or experience equal to seven (7) years
Story Development & Writing
Write and edit weekly feature articles, blogs and news stories on research discoveries and innovation initiatives
Serve as a copy editor and copywriter for the TTUHSC Media Relations team
Identify and pitch stories highlighting faculty, staff and student research accomplishments
Conduct interviews with researchers, clinicians, students and community partners to inform clear, authentic narratives that reflect their experiences and impact
Translate technical and scholarly content into accessible material for both general and specialized audiences
Develop research-focused feature stories for TTUHSC's magazine, Pulse
Prepare research and earned media reports
Track and maintain a repository of story ideas for team planning and review
Plan content calendars with team leads and coordinate interviews and outreach
Monitor research trends and emerging scientific areas to identify storytelling opportunities
Track news platforms regularly for the latest information on current issues and evolving topics with science and research news
Support strategies to secure local, statewide and national media coverage for TTUHSC research experts
Draft press releases and messaging aligned with university priorities
Collaborate with regional counterparts to ensure regional research stories are showcased
Review and proof content for Office of Research and Innovation social media channels, including captions and graphic materials
Collaborate with the Offices of Research and Innovation, Communications & Marketing along with internal partners on integrated communication strategies
Align content with institutional priorities
Support major communication campaigns and the annual research report
Manage multiple story assignments and meet established deadlines
Coordinate multimedia assets needed for storytelling, including photography and/or video
Edit external facing marketing materials
Participate in communications initiatives, committees and professional development activities as assigned
Reports, shoots video/photos and voices communication assets
Preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of AP style
Experience producing or coordinating photography and video assets
Basic knowledge of multimedia tools (e.g., Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, Canva)
Experience developing content for both print and digital platforms
Experience communicating scientific or technical subject matter
Experience managing multiple projects on tight deadlines
Experience in higher education, research institutions, or health sciences settings
Familiarity with research communication platforms such as EurekAlert!
Knowledge of writing and creating content for social media
Writing Sample
Benefits
Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
Retirement Plans
Wellness Programs
Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace
Company
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center which is dedicated to health care education, research and patient care.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Alzheimer's Association
2025-06-25Grant
Leadership Team
C
C. Patrick Reynolds
Cancer Center Director
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