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