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Assistant Dean of Marketing Communications & External Relations Questrom Marketing & Communications

Boston University

  • Boston, MA
  • 4 days ago

    Highlights

    Master''s degree in business or related sub-field; MBA preferred Proven experience working with external agencies & consultants Experience partnering with advancement/development teams on donor and alumni communications Demonstrated expertise in brand strategy, CRM, and integrated digital and print marketing strategies Ability to think strategically and creatively and lead complex initiatives that affect and involve multiple internal and external stakeholders Excellent administrative, analytical, communication, interpersonal, managerial, and problem-solving skills Ability to build strong partnerships Strong collaboration, persuasion, and consensus-building skills Commitment to diversity, with demonstrated impact Demonstrated competency in inclusive leadership, including ability to work effectively with individuals from different backgrounds. The Assistant Dean of Marketing, Communications & External Relations serves as a member of the Dean''s senior leadership team and is accountable for building an integrated marketing, communications, public relations, and external relations capability that advances Questrom''s strategic priorities.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBoston, MA
    IndustryEducation
    Company Size1 to 9 employees
    Websitehttp://www.bu.edu/

    Description

    Assistant Dean of Marketing, Communications & External Relations, Questrom, Marketing & Communications

    Category

    Charles River Campus --> Professional

    Job Location

    Boston, MA, United States

    Tracking Code

    26501068131014

    Posted Date

    10/21/2026

    Salary Grade

    Grade 52

    Expected Hiring Range Minimum

    $150,400.00

    Expected Hiring Range Maximum

    $210,600.00

    The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University''s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

    Position Type

    Full-Time/Regular

    The Assistant Dean of Marketing, Communications & External Relations serves as a member of the Dean''s senior leadership team and is accountable for building an integrated marketing, communications, public relations, and external relations capability that advances Questrom''s strategic priorities. The role reports directly to the Dean and provides strategic counsel on reputation, positioning, stakeholder trust, external visibility, and demand generation. The core responsibility is to set strategy, strengthen capabilities, align the work of Marketing & Communications department with school priorities, and ensure that the function produces measurable strategic outcomes.

    Required Skills

    12+ years of marketing and communications work experience, ideally in higher education. Min. of 8 years of demonstrated leadership experience. Master''s degree in business or related sub-field; MBA preferred Proven experience working with external agencies & consultants Experience partnering with advancement/development teams on donor and alumni communications Demonstrated expertise in brand strategy, CRM, and integrated digital and print marketing strategies Ability to think strategically and creatively and lead complex initiatives that affect and involve multiple internal and external stakeholders Excellent administrative, analytical, communication, interpersonal, managerial, and problem-solving skills Ability to build strong partnerships Strong collaboration, persuasion, and consensus-building skills Commitment to diversity, with demonstrated impact Demonstrated competency in inclusive leadership, including ability to work effectively with individuals from different backgrounds.

    We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

    About Company

    Boston University is one of the leading private research and teaching institutions in the world today, with two primary campuses in the heart of Boston and programs around the world. As a Boston University employee you will be part of a dynamic community where every individual is valued. You'll reap the rewards of being on a college campus, such as direct access to the heart of the education and research community and a myriad of opportunities to help create a positive impact on our students' educational experiences. Education thrives in Boston, and working here – at one of the largest employers in the city – will give you the opportunity to contribute to our mission and work with some of the most experienced educators and staff in the nation.

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