Assistant Director of Communications, Cancer Center (Full Time) at University of Arizona | Tucson, AZ | $76K/yr – $98K/yr

University of Arizona

Assistant Director of Communications, Cancer Center (Full Time)

Tucson, AZ (On-site)

$76K/yr – $98K/yrSenior Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 3 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own the communications program for a university cancer center, shaping editorial strategy, governance, and cross-team alignment to advance research, fundraising, and clinical-story visibility.

Editorial & governance: set editorial guidelines, manage a portfolio of articles and digital content, and oversee newsletters and web content to drive engagement.
Strategic alignment: influence campus and Banner communications on oncology marketing, and advise senior leadership on outreach campaigns and donor-focused initiatives.
Operational leadership: supervise staff, maintain a consistent visual identity, and partner with public affairs networks to maximize earned coverage and event promotion.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Develop and implement communications plans covering the Cancer Center’s research accomplishments, awards, grant activity, educational programs, and key initiatives through articles, announcements, press releases, and feature content.
Oversee promotion of member achievements to internal University of Arizona audiences and external stakeholders through targeted publications, special features, magazines, and promotional materials.
Direct production and editorial management of electronic newsletters and engagement initiatives.
Communicate leadership direction to communications staff and translate it into work priorities.
Manage development, maintenance, and enhancement of the department website to keep content accurate and current.
Oversee collection and publication of website content, including upcoming events, new publications, faculty and staff profiles, shared resources, and donor opportunities.
Develop editorial guidelines for a portfolio of articles, graphics, and digital content.
Review the effectiveness of the website and digital channels against engagement and usability goals and determine improvements to content and functionality.
Influence University of Arizona Communications and Banner Communications and Marketing teams to align messaging, develop joint oncology service line marketing, and advance media coverage of Center activities.
Advise senior leadership on communications for outreach, development, and fundraising initiatives.

University of Arizona

The University of Arizona is the leading public research university in the American Southwest and Arizona's only member of the prestigious Association of American Universities. As the state's land-grant university, our research and resources enrich communities around the state and worldwide. Named #1 in alumni earnings potential among Arizona's public universities by PayScale, Wildcats graduate with the tools and skills needed for a rewarding and meaningful career. Follow along to see how enrolling in the University of Arizona is an investment in yourself.

Tucson, Arizona, USA

21K employees (847 in marketing)

arizona.edu