| Classification Title: | OPS Communications Assistant |
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| Classification Minimum Requirements: | • Strong writing and editing skills, with attention to accuracy and detail.
• Ability to explain complex topics clearly to nontechnical audiences.
• Familiarity with digital communications and social media.
• Strong organization, time management, and ability to work independently and collaboratively. |
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| Job Description: | - Research, interview, and write news stories, faculty and student profiles, and features highlighting UF AI research.
- Develop and adapt content for AIIRI’s website, newsletter, and social media channels, particularly LinkedIn.
- Help plan and produce content that supports AIIRI’s communications priorities and a consistent digital presence.
- Support coverage and content development for seminars, mini-symposia, and other institute events.
- Assist with website content updates and, as needed, photography or short-form video.
- Pitch story ideas and collaborate with the Communications Manager on assignments and editorial revisions.
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| Expected Salary: | Commensurate with Education and Experience |
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| Required Qualifications: | • Strong writing and editing skills, with attention to accuracy and detail.
• Ability to explain complex topics clearly to nontechnical audiences.
• Familiarity with digital communications and social media.
• Strong organization, time management, and ability to work independently and collaboratively. |
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| Preferred: | - Current enrollment in public relations, journalism, advertising, media production, communications, or a related degree program.
- Experience with news or feature writing, interviewing, or other forms of reporting.
- Interest in science, technology, AI, or research communications.
- Experience with WordPress, Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud, photography, or video editing.
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: | • In order to be considered, applicants must provide a cover letter, resume, and list of professional references. • Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. • This is not a remote position and is located on the University of Florida main campus in Gainesville, FL. • A criminal background check is required. |
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| Health Assessment Required: | No |
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