Strategic Communications and Marketing Coordinator - Institute for Sustainability, Energy, and Envir

Urbana, IL (Hybrid)

$65K/yr – $75K/yrMid Level3+ years expFull time

Posted 4 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Translate complex science into accessible content and drive audience-aware marketing using data from websites, social, and email to shape strategy.

  • Content Translation: Turn research programs into clear, visuals-ready content for diverse audiences.
  • Audience & Campaign Insights: Use segmentation and analytics to guide messaging and channel choices.
  • Strategy Collaboration: Align with program leads and campus partners to plan timely, audience-relevant campaigns.

Job Description

Own content translation, audience research, and messaging for iSEE; translate complex research into accessible content across websites, social channels, and newsletters while tracking impact and guiding strategy with analytics.

  • Develop content that translates complex scientific research, programs, and engagement activities for diverse audiences and diverse modes of communication (including data visualization and social media posts).
  • Write and edit content for websites, social media, newsletters, printed materials, and other marketing assets that maintain a consistent voice and adhere to university and iSEE brand and style guidelines.
  • Support content planning and development across iSEE’s major programs and initiatives to ensure clarity, consistency, and audience relevance.
  • Assist with audience research and segmentation to better understand iSEE’s target audiences, including faculty, students, policymakers, funders, industry partners, and the public.
  • Help define audience needs and interests to guide targeted outreach.
  • Assist in tailoring messaging approaches for different audiences and platforms.
  • Use analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, email, and social media metrics) to track campaign performance and audience engagement.
  • Assist in analyzing data to identify trends, insights, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Prepare performance summaries and recommendations to support data-informed marketing decisions.
  • Work with the Director of Strategic Communications to help develop and refine marketing strategies aligned with iSEE’s strategic goals.
  • Conduct market research to inform messaging, channel selection, and campaign approaches.
  • Maintain awareness of marketing trends, tools, and best practices relevant to higher education and research communications.
  • Work collaboratively with iSEE staff, faculty partners, and campus units to align marketing efforts with program goals.
  • Collaborate with web, design, and communications staff to ensure timely, accurate, and consistent campaign execution.
  • Contribute to and work within the team’s project management system to support organization, efficiency, and timely delivery.
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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is dedicated to building upon its tradition of excellence in education, research, public engagement and economic development. More than 3,000 faculty members discover and create new knowledge. Their work is an economic engine for the state and is recognized with many of the world’s top academic and creative awards. The campus’ outstanding academic programs, extraordinary resources and bountiful opportunities attract top-caliber students. They join research teams, spend semesters abroad, create art in old and new ways and lead and participate in hundreds of student organizations. The Urbana campus has more than 425,000 alumni who are global leaders across the spectrum of human endeavor.

Champaign, Illinois, USA
24K employees (1,030 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
12.6M
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$284.1K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
42.4%
Direct
47.7%
Referral
8.2%
Social
0.6%
Paid
1.1%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~24K

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
661 (3% of company)
Median Career Experience
6 years
Median Tenure
4 years
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
4

Funding

Total Funding
$428.5M
Last Raise
$1.3M
Grant, 4 months ago

Funding History

  • Nov 2025
    Grant
  • Jun 2024
    Grant • $1.3M
  • Jun 2024
    Grant • $719.7K

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