Senior Program & Communications Coordinator

Senior Program & Communications Coordinator

Hiring Department:
Department of Computer Science

Position Open To:
All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled

Hours:

40

FLSA Status:
Exempt from FLSA

Earliest

Start Date:

Immediately

Position Duration:
Expected to Continue

Location:

AUSTIN, TX

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking an organized and driven Program & Communications Coordinator for Texas Robotics. Texas Robotics is an interdisciplinary entity of 18 core robotics faculty from the Departments of Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical & Computer Engineering, and Aerospace Engineering & Engineering Mechanics. Our research scope is broad, ranging across diverse areas such as surgical robotics, personal assistance robotics, automated driving, long-term autonomy, and nuclear robotics.

Texas Robotics launched its Minor in Robotics in Fall 2023 and launched the first-of-its-kind Robotics Undergraduate Honors Program in Fall 2025.

Lead communications, marketing, administrative, and programmatic needs for Texas Robotics.

• Marketing:
  Lead marketing for all of Texas Robotics including managing social media platforms (Linked In, Instagram, X, Blue Sky, Youtube), website updates, designing and printing digital and print invitations, announcements, event programs, flyers, building signage, templates, Texas Robotics program slide decks, brochures, faculty research 1 pagers, designing swag, graphic design, and branding needs. Work with external partners as needed for swag, website updates, etc.
• Communications:
  Manage the robotics listservs, publicize Texas Robotics’ participation at major robotics conferences, create post-event news articles, and maintain records of faculty publications & patents. Draft email communications, fall & spring newsletters, and presentations as needed. Collaborate with marketing teams in CS, ME, ECE, and ASE to ensure uniform branding and cross-departmental communications.
• Administrative Support:
  Perform general administrative duties not limited to managing the central robotics email account, serving as the media asks, and scheduling meetings as needed for the Director and Managing Director. Front-line customer service and office hospitality management for Anna Hiss Gym.
• Events:
  Help with event operations on the day of large events, annual impact reports, and robotics tours.
• Supervision:
  Supervise the communications student employee to help manage social media platforms, graphic design, and photography. Assign tasks, provide regular feedback, help with goal-setting, and give clear communication about job expectations.
• Perform other related functions as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 5 years of full-time relevant work experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to think strategically and creatively, and work independently as well as on a team.
• Be flexible and adaptable, as Texas Robotics is a growing organization.
• Exceptional customer service, strong accuracy, and attention to detail.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

• Master’s Degree in Higher Education/Student Affairs, Education, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and Canva.

$62,000+ (depending on education and experience)

• Typical office environment.
• Work may occasionally outside usual office hours.

• Curriculum vitae
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against…