Ursinus College

Student - Communications Outreach Biology

Ursinus College  •  Collegeville, PA (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

The student in this position will work with the department to better communicate our activities with the campus, alumni, and other constituencies. They will prepare and post stories with photos/videos for the Biology Department website and alumni outreach. The student in this position will report to and be mentored by Rebeca Roberts (Biology). There may be times when they will need to communicate with personnel in Campus Communications.

Responsibilities:

The student in this position will work with Rebecca Roberts (Biology) in identifying topics/events appropriate for coverage on the departmental website and other communications. They will attend events, take photos/videos when appropriate, perform basic interviews (in person or via e-mail) if needed, write up the story, edit the story based on feedback, and post to the website. They will work with personnel in Campus Communications to learn how to post/maintain the departmental website pages using the appropriate branding/writing formats. Hours are flexible and can usually work around student’s schedule and other responsibilities. Weekly hours will range from 0-4 hours.

Requirements:

  • Current full-time student at Ursinus College
  • Enthusiasm
  • Reliability
  • Communication and writing skill

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of website maintenance
  • Biology, BCMB, or Neuro major

Other Duties:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Job responsibilities and activities may be modified or changed at any time with or without notice. Job descriptions will be audited periodically by the Ursinus Human Resources department to ensure they are up-to-date and reflect the essential responsibilities and duties of the job.

Ursinus EEO Statement

Ursinus is an EEO employer. Ursinus College does not discriminate on grounds of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, creed, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, disability, or other classification protected by applicable law in the administration of any of its educational programs or activities or with respect to employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Ursinus College is a selective, independent, co-educational, residential liberal arts college of approximately 1500 students located about 25 miles northwest of center city Philadelphia. With a diverse community of students, it is an expectation of all faculty to contribute to the inclusion, engagement, and success of all students. Ursinus is an *EO/AA employer. Ursinus College does not discriminate on grounds of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, creed, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, disability, or other classification protected by applicable law in the administration of any of its educational programs or activities or with respect to employment.

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