Senior Communications Writer

Closing Date

01/02/2026

Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration

Regular

No

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS)

COM | College of Medicine Administration

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

• Health:
  Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement:
  Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

The Senior Communications Writer is responsible for high‑level communications for the UAMS College of Medicine (COM) and Dean of the College of Medicine with particular emphasis on internal communications in keeping with the organization’s mission, vision, strategies and values. This position routinely provides strategic direction on communications for the COM Dean as well as guidance for other members of the COM leadership and COM units as needed.

The Senior Communications Writer researches, develops, writes, edits and formats a full range of internal and external communications materials including executive communications such as speeches, remarks, presentations, talking points, announcements, letters and messages. This position produces multiple newsletters/electronic communications, web content and other materials on behalf of COM leadership in support of the college’s mission, current issues, employee engagement and other objectives.

The Senior Communications Writer collaborates with COM leadership and others on special events. This position functions as a liaison with other UAMS units, including Communications & Marketing and Institutional Advancement, and provides assistance in writing, editing and fact‑checking materials produced by those units. This position requires exceptionally strong writing and communications skills as well as versatility in meeting a wide range of projects in a fast‑paced environment.

The Senior Communications Writer is expected to carry out a number of ongoing duties in a largely self‑directed manner.

Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism or related field plus seven (7) years of experience writing and messaging in a high‑volume, fast‑paced environment required.

• Exceptional writing and editing skills.
• Proven track record of producing outstanding written work from original writing or editing, often on tight timelines and collaborating with others.
• Ability to adapt written work to a variety of audiences and formats, and to write and edit work in a range of voices.
• Experience in health care, higher education and/or public sector communications is preferred.
• Basic skills in graphic design and photography preferred.

• Provides communications guidance and support for the COM Dean.
• Researches, writes, edits and formats a wide range of executive communications such as speeches, remarks, presentations, talking points, email announcements, e‑newsletters and correspondence.
• Assists the Dean in preparing for speaking engagements.
• Supports Dean’s efforts to engage with faculty, staff and students. Supports Dean and COM leadership in a wide range of communications activities in keeping with the college’s mission, vision, strategies and values.
• Responsible for developing, designing and producing multiple newsletters, announcements, electronic communications and website content on a weekly, monthly, ad hoc or other basis.
• Ensures timely, accurate and effective communications relating to current issues, employee engagement, leadership priorities and college initiatives.
• Works with leaders, faculty and administrative staff…