UNIV - Communications Manager - Surgery: Office Chair

Job Description Summary

The Department of Surgery, Office of the Chair, is actively recruiting for a Communications Manager.

• 30% Project Management – Manages multiple communications projects simultaneously in the areas of research, education and clinical care; manages an active communication agenda keeping all related parties up to date on project status; manages production schedule of all print projects including the annual report, monthly e‑news, and special event print projects; creates communications and marketing plans for special events.

• 30% Department of Surgery Marketing & Communications Coordination – Leads branding, design, and distribution for the department’s marketing and communication materials; leads strategic development and production of the annual report, Chair’s newsletter, website, social media, and all other communications vehicles; supports new faculty onboarding process to optimize timely marketing; creates stewardship pieces for high‑profile philanthropic donors; develops and produces stewardship articles and announcements;
  
  serves as communication liaison between the Department of Surgery Development Office and other units.

• 30% Publications, Print Media, Web Content and Digital Asset Management – With minimal direction, writes and edits a broad range of content, including print, digital, social, and video, to communicate the department’s strategies, accomplishments, and faculty expertise; creates original content and news releases for internal and external purposes; reviews and updates department web pages with attention to SEO and design; ensures consistency with MUSC brand and web guidelines;
  
  collaborates with program coordinators to maintain web pages; manages and maintains the department’s digital assets; serves as interview, writer, and editor of annual report, newsletters, chair communications and speeches; serves as department photographer; coordinates conception, execution and production of digital media.

• 10% Consulting – Serves as an internal marketing and communication consultant for programs and services.

• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet shifting deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and leadership.
• Working knowledge of digital design tools and templates (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, PowerPoint).
• Basic understanding of branding principles and ability to apply brand standards consistently.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage timelines, approvals, and documentation.
• Ability to exercise good judgment, handle sensitive information appropriately, and maintain confidentiality.
• Self‑motivated, adaptable, and willing to learn new tools, platforms, and processes as needed.

A bachelor’s degree and two years of relevant program experience.

Ability to perform job functions in an upright position (frequent), seated position (frequent), while walking/mobile (frequent). Ability to work indoors (continuous). Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes (infrequent). Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces (infrequent). Ability to fully use both hands/arms (frequent). Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders (frequent). Ability to reach in all directions (frequent).

Possess good finger dexterity (continuous). Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions (continuous). Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted (infrequent). Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or both eyes (continuous). Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction (continuous). Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements (frequent).

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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