Alaska Sea Grant Science Communicator at University of Alaska Fairbanks Fairbanks, AK

Alaska Sea Grant, a program of the University of Alaska Fairbanks, is seeking a dynamic and skilled Communications Specialist to join our team. The Communications Specialist will play a vital role in raising awareness of the program’s research, education, and outreach initiatives, as well as building strong relationships with stakeholders, researchers, policymakers, and the public.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the mission of Alaska Sea Grant through strategic communication that highlights the work and impact of the program in the state of Alaska and beyond.

Successful candidates will bring the following.

• Strong writing and editing skills with the ability to communicate complex topics clearly and effectively to a variety of audiences.
• Multimedia storytelling skills, including experience with video production (filming, editing, and post-production).
  Experience managing social media platforms and familiarity with tools for content creation, analytics, and scheduling.
• Proficiency with digital communication tools such as website content management systems, and Google Workspace Suite.
• Experience working in a team environment, with excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Knowledge of Alaska’s coastal and marine environments, fisheries, or related topics.
• Communications experience with Alaska Native and rural communities is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in communications, public relations, or a related role (experience in science or environmental communications is a plus).

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in communications, marine science, fisheries, environmental science, natural resource management, or a related field.

Position Details:

This position is located on the University of Alaska campus in Fairbanks or remote within the state of Alaska. This is a full-time, term-funded, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package . UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage.

New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule , Grade 79, based on education and experience.

Applications will be accepted for review on September 8th, 2025, to ensure consideration, please apply by 11:55 PM, Alaska Standard Time on September 7th, 2025.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Ashley Lindsoe, Signers' Business Office Human Resources Manager, at aclindsoe or ..

This position is a term-funded position and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion.

* To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at .

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The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

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