Scientific Communications Manager- MCG Immunology Center of GA

Scientific Communications Manager - MCG Immunology Center of GA

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Augusta University

Full Time

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The Scientific Communications Manager leads the strategy, development, and dissemination of internal and external communications for the Immunology Center of Georgia (IMMCG). The role translates complex scientific research into clear, compelling content for different audiences, including Augusta University faculty, staff, students, philanthropic donors, policymakers, media, and the public, while elevating IMMCG's reputation as a national leader in immunology research. The Manager collaborates with other departments at AU and the Medical College of Georgia and acts as a subject‑matter expert for the center's work and impact.

• Strategic Communications & Public Engagement – Lead IMMCG's overall communications strategy, ensuring alignment with Augusta University's brand and mission. Translate research findings into accessible content for press releases, news stories, videos, and multimedia. Oversee IMMCG's digital presence, including website, newsletters, and social media, growing reach and engagement. Manage media relations and serve as liaison with AU Communications & Marketing and external journalists.
  
  Develop campaigns and storytelling initiatives that highlight IMMCG's faculty, trainees, and discoveries.
• Internal Communications For Faculty, Staff & Trainees – Lead the tracking, implementation, and communication of the IMMCG strategic plan, aligning key initiatives with institutional priorities and reporting progress to stakeholders. Support and promote faculty and trainee accomplishments, including award and fellowship nominations. Provide communications support for faculty and scientific meetings to foster collaboration. Support staff professional development through communications training and mentorship.
• Research Funding & Grant Support – Maintain updated biosketches, resource pages, and institutional content for proposals. Monitor NIH and foundation opportunities, including grants, fellowships, and career awards. Seek out non‑scientific grant opportunities to support community engagement and staff professional development. Manage and support administration of non‑scientific grant projects.
• Networking & Representation – Represent IMMCG at scientific meetings, ensuring consistent branding and visibility. Coordinate IMMCG presence at national, regional, local, and on‑campus conferences and manage communications around abstracts and presentations. Cultivate relationships with peer institutions, funders, and professional organizations.
• Perform all other job‑related duties as assigned.

• Ph.D. from an accredited college or university plus one year of related experience.
• OR Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of five years of related experience.
• OR Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of eight years of related experience.

• Knowledge – Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.
• Skills – Detail‑oriented with excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Abilities – Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Shift: Days;
Monday – Friday (work outside of normal business hours may be required).

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