Operations and Communications Manager

Location: West Lafayette, IN

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Communications and Operations Manager to lead internal and external communications while optimizing organizational operations.  This role is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can balance creative messaging with operational efficiency.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Executes a communications strategy to promote PQSEI both internally and externally; independently designs newsletters and presentations, writes press releases, manages website, generates posters, flyers and other marketing material, organizes weekly memos, etc.  Serves as a primary point of contact for media relations and public inquiries.
  • Manages and maintains regular activity on PQSEI social media accounts such as X/Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube, etc.
  • Assist in general operations of the institute; organize events such as conferences, workshops, seminars, and visits from external collaborators/stakeholders.  Generate institute documents and reports.

Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Management, Leadership, Science, Engineering or another related field
  • Excellent organizational and communications skills
  • Strong writing, editing, proofreading, layout and design, professional printing/publishing skills including ability to present concepts verbally
  • High level of independence and ability to execute without help
  • Experience managing social media accounts such as X/Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.
  • Ability to manage data collection for a variety of metrics (such as funding levels, publications, total researchers, etc.)

Helpful:

  • One or more years of prior work experience in science communications
  • Experience planning/organizing events
  • Experience with graphic design software
  • Website design/management experience
  • Background in/knowledge of science and engineering

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