How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Who We Are
The Department of Chemistry has a long tradition of research excellence in the sciences at the University of Michigan. We strive to support our students and faculty on the front lines of learning and research and to be a steward for our planet, our community, and our campus.
LSA Chemistry
Achieving these goals cannot happen without the dedication and talents of our outstanding staff, who play a vital role in the department's success. Some just want to do a job, but others want to work with the Leaders & Best. If you value team over self, embrace collaboration, are accountable, flexible, and optimistic, then the Department of Chemistry is the right fit for you.
Mission Statement
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.
Responsibilities*
- Seminars and events: Provide a high level of events and communications support for seminars, colloquia, guest lectures, and special events. Coordinate venue, catering, and room reservations for meetings and events; coordinate with invited speakers regarding itineraries, travel, hotel arrangements, and hosted meals; develop budget projections for events, track expenses, coordinate payments to guests for travel expenses and honoraria; prepare and distribute unit event updates via event posters, emails, newsletters, and brochures.
- Social Media: in coordination with unit leadership, develop social media strategy, develop and post content, and monitor social media activity to meet unit goals.
- Newsletters: Prepare and distribute quality newsletters, including an annual newsletter for alumni and friends of Chemistry, and bi-weekly Chair newsletters for internal audiences. Collect and edit content, write feature articles, design layout, and oversee production and distribution.
- Other Communications: Provide photography and videography of unit events; provide content for development campaigns, including Giving Blueday, LSA Fall Mailing, and alumni/donor engagement activities. Maintain a library of logos, photos, images, collateral, and promotional materials.
- Website Content Updating and Management: Collect, create, and edit content for departmental website. Improve website accessibility,
Required Qualifications*
Associate degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or Public Relations with one or more years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience with video/videography and social media strategy. Ability to work quickly and efficiently, manage last-minute changes; work under pressure and meet deadlines; demonstrate ability to exercise good judgment; and problem-solve. Meticulous attention to detail; superior organizational skills; use sound judgment and diplomacy. The ability and desire to work independently, be a self-starter, and show initiative. Must have excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, as well as collaborative skills. Demonstrated ability to initiate projects and carry them through to completion, as well as the ability to pivot between competing tasks. Prior customer service experience, coupled with a demonstrated ability to listen and deal with people warmly and empathetically, is required. Must be able to work in a fast-paced collaborative environment and have the ability to balance and prioritize multiple projects and demands at once, and be proactive in seeking supervisory assistance when needed. Skilled in working with the Microsoft Suite, Google applications, and Adobe Acrobat, especially Adobe Creative Suite.
Desired Qualifications*
Bachelor's degree in Marketing or Public Relations preferred.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Additional Information
Coverage is needed during office hours, 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday. This is a hybrid eligible position.
As one of the world's great liberal arts colleges, LSA pushes the boundaries of what is understood about the human experience and the natural world, and we foster the next generation of rigorous and empathetic thinkers, creators, and contributors to the state of Michigan, the nation, and the world.
To learn more about LSA's Mission, Vision and Values, please visit lsa.umich.edu/strategicvision.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.