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Marketing and Communications Specialist

Position Number: 6419727
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Position Type: Public Relations, Marketing and Communications

Marketing and Communications Specialist

Job Summary

Job Summary
The Division of Hematology-Oncology in the Department of Pediatrics, University of Utah School of Medicine, has an immediate opening for a Marketing and Communications Specialist. The Specialist will assist in ongoing clinical, research and academic initiatives throughout the division. This position will aid division leadership in planning and managing operational and communication needs of the division and cancer service line. This position will be tasked with moving forward various projects and initiatives that fulfill the needs of the division. The position does not entail direct patient contact.

The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

Excellent health care coverage at affordable rates (see the Summary Comparison for more information)
14.2% retirement contributions that vest immediately
Generous paid leave time
11 paid Holidays per year
50% tuition reduction for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Flex spending accounts
University provided basic employee life insurance coverage equal to a salary of up to $25,000
Variety of elective insurance coverage, including life insurance, short and long-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet.
Free transit on most UTA services
Employee discounts on a variety of products and services, including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel
Professional development opportunities

Additional benefits information is available at https://benefits.utah.edu/.

Responsibilities
Essential Functions

Develops and executes marketing and communication strategies by creating and implementing comprehensive marketing and communication plans, utilizing both traditional and digital publishing technologies.
Collaborates with stakeholders for website optimization by engaging with internal teams and external partners to understand their needs, expectations, and specific requirements, ensuring seamless website optimization and system integration.
Manages divisional and service line communication efforts by developing, curating, and disseminating relevant information regarding divisional projects to both internal and external stakeholders.
Monitors and optimizes communication strategies by tracking the effectiveness of marketing and communication tactics, analyzing performance metrics, and adjusting strategies to improve engagement and impact.
Conceptualizes and develops project strategies by collaborating with department leaders and key stakeholders to brainstorm, conceptualize, and develop initiatives that align with organizational goals.
Ensures accuracy and quality of communications by proofreading all communication materials for clarity, consistency, and accuracy.
Manages the research and development of content for publication.
Develops and adheres to project timelines.
Implement systems to gather relevant data and performance metrics related to the division's objectives. Analyze the data to assess progress, effectiveness and inform decision-making.
Work closely with other departments, organizations, or partners to foster collaboration, leverage resources, and create synergies for the program's success.

DisclaimerThis job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Problem SolvingThis position provides independent coordination and decision making for all activities of a specified program. The program outcome often impacts the University as a whole. Acts as a liaison between internal and external constituencies involved in program activities. Problems arising from these coordination efforts will be addressed by the incumbent who will refer to the manager for issues outside of program policy and procedure guidelines.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically requiredNearly Continuously: Office environment.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be requiredNearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated vaccination requirements, or be approved for an exemption, prior to the first day of work. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree English, Journalism, Communications, or related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) plus 3 years of related experience, excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills; familiarity with a variety of computer software; project management and strong interpersonal skills; ability to work both individually and in a team setting.

Some areas may require additional experience with specific computer systems and may require skills in interviewing, ad copy writing, editing, photography, web writing, graphic design, audio & video production, and oral presentation.

Master's degree in a related field may be preferred.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences
Preferences

Two years of directly related experience.
Proven experience in marketing communication roles, with a focus on content writing.
Strong writing and editing skills, with attention to detail.
Proficiency in graphic design software such as Adobe Creative Suite.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, analyze and make decisions related to program content.
Excellent project management and organizational skills.
Strong coordination and organizational skills required to prioritize conflicting deadlines.
Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills are also required.

Applicants will be screened according to preferences.

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN42658B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: Monday through Friday from 8am-5pm.
Department: 00848 - Pediatric Administration
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $39,300 to $68,349
Close Date: 10/28/2025
Open Until Filled:

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/186234