Program Manager, Divisional Publications; Allison Institute

UT MD Anderson is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Program Manager, Division Publications supports communications initiatives for the James P. Allison Institute, helping translate scientific and organizational priorities into engaging content for internal and external audiences. The Program Manager, Division Publications works closely with leadership and stakeholders to advance awareness of research, education, and institutional achievements.

The primary purpose of the Program Manager, Division Publications - Allison Institute, position is to manage external and internal communications activities related to UT MD Anderson's James P. Allison Institute, including content development for web, intranet, members' social media, events, presentations, etc. The program manager aligns with organizational brand and quality standards, policies and procedures, and works in collaboration with colleagues in Institutional Affairs, including Strategic Communications, External Affairs, Cause Alliances and Philanthropy, to enhance Allison Institute's visibility and reputation while educating on advances across all audiences.

Salary Range:
Minimum $92,500 - Midpoint $115,500 - Maximum $138,500.

Work Location:

Houston, Tx. This is a Hybrid role, with onsite expectations at least 2 days a week, though additional onsite presence may be required based on business needs.

Join UT MD Anderson and contribute to meaningful communications that highlight breakthroughs in cancer research, education, and patient care. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with scientific and institutional leaders, develop strategic communication initiatives, and grow professionally while supporting an organization dedicated to improving lives.

• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

• Manages and develops external and internal communications in support of the James P. Allison Institute, including content creation, prioritization and approval.
• Routinely meets with Allison Institute leadership to understand ongoing/emerging priorities to effectively translate into UT MD Anderson and Allison Institute's overall communications strategies.
• Develops multimedia content and manages projects for web, intranet, social media, presentations, events, reports and proposals, in accordance with UT MD Anderson brand and quality standards, policies and procedures.
• Collaborates and closely coordinates with Institutional Affairs and Philanthropy colleagues to develop press releases, outreach to media, philanthropy communications, and corporate/external outreach.

• Oversees writing, editing and approval of Allison Institute communications.
• Regularly writes and edits copy for UT MD Anderson platforms for external and internal audiences.
• Clear, consistent writing and editing in all work products.
• Command of Associated Press and UT MD Anderson style.
• Proactively tracks down communications and story ideas.

• In accordance with UT MD Anderson policies, procedures and best practices, creates editorial calendars in alignment with overall communications strategies, develops content and supports posting for Allison Institute members' social media accounts.
• Ensures cybersecurity in all activities.

• Consistently tracks and analyzes success of program, projects and initiatives, provides status reports and identifies as well as solves potential problems.
• Regularly provides reports to Allison Institute leaders IA colleagues, and key stakeholders.

• Demonstrate technical proficiency required to do the job; possess up-to-date knowledge in the profession
• Provide technical expertise to others

• Work in situations involving uncertainty, shifting priorities, and rapid change
• Deal constructively with mistakes and setbacks
• Demonstrate flexibility

• Define strategic goal and issues clearly
• Apply broad knowledge and experience when…