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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Office of Research Marketing & Communications (http://ist.psu.edu/about/offices/communications) within OSVPR (Office of the Senior Vice President for Research) is seeking a part-time staff member to support the activities around the annual Research Magazine. This position will work approximately 10-20 hours per week.

The rebranded Research Magazine represents the annual culmination of the strengths of our research enterprise, and also constitutes a powerful asset for our strategies around partnering, sponsoring, development and commercialization of research. The content is curated with a high level of participation from our colleges, institutes and research units.

This position will be key in executing various steps in the annual cycle, against set timelines, to ensure a smooth culmination and distribution of the magazine.

Assignments will be within key areas:

+ Assist with content curation for the annual research magazine.

+ Interact with marketing & communications liaisons within colleges, institutes and units to gather content recommendations

+ Tracking of recommendations

+ Interacting with the graphic designer

+ Circulating proofs and gathering feedback from stakeholders

+ Interacting with printer regarding specifications, schedule, hard-copy proofs, and bulk distribution

+ Planning the recipient list and distribution strategies

+ Receipt of portion of the magazines and distribution within Penn State

+ Gathering feedback and assisting with the planning of next cycle

This position requires an understanding of the Microsoft Office Suite. It would be a plus to have experience in Adobe or project-management software platforms, knowledge of the design and/or printing process, and bonus to be familiar with the framework of the Penn State research enterprise (knowledge of our colleges, institutes, research support units).

This is a remote (or on-site) position with opportunities for local hires to join in-person meetings and team gatherings. Candidates should plan to be available for meetings during business hours (8-5, M-F), but a bulk of the work can be completed on a flexible schedule. The candidate should be self-directed with an ability to organize and prioritize their work to meet established deadlines. Expected hours per week are 10-20.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

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Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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