Senior Research Writer

Senior Research Writer

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Job ID: 1053
Job Family: Managerial and Administrative
Department: Public Affairs
Pay Range: Salary commensurate with experience
Position Information:
The Senior Research Writer in the office of Public Affairs produces research-related content and is responsible for coordinating and monitoring Public Affairs research-related coverage and projects in support of the mission and goals of the University and the division of Development and External Affairs.
Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Writing content for a lay audience that promotes faculty research and helps identify research-related stories for a variety of high-profile SMU publications and Web sites such as SMU Magazine, SMU Research Magazine, campaign-related publications and University Web sites, etc.;

Coordinating and monitoring Public Affairs' research-related coverage and projects and assuring regular coverage to include multimedia vehicles on the SMU Web site;

Overseeing other related research projects, including implementing the research news plan that highlights faculty research during The Second Century Campaign, which is seeking resources for academic advancements; and

Serving as quality control for fact-checking, faculty approvals and updates of research-related content, etc.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Journalism, English or a communications field. Master's degree a plus. A minimum of five years of work experience, preferably in writer positions of increasing responsibility. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment, meet deadlines and balance multiple assignments. Strong writing and grammar skills are essential with a strong attention to detail.
Candidates must demonstrate strong verbal and interpersonal communication due to heavy interaction with campus leadership and various campus officials. Must be a self-starter in developing story ideas and angles, obtaining information, meeting deadlines, and completing editorial projects. Experience in higher-education or in another non-profit environment is a desirable. Experience with research writing or research content development is a plus.

Other information:

For full consideration, candidates must show writing samples that demonstrate the quality and range of work produced.
Writing samples will not be returned. Submit writing samples to: Search Committee 053069, P.O. Box 750232, Dallas, TX 75275.

Priority consideration will given to submissions received by July 14, 2008. Deadline to apply: July 28, 2008. Please visit our website to apply, or submit resume and cover letter to: Search Committee, Job ID 1053, P.O. Box 750232, Dallas, TX 75275-0232.