Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:
April 8, 2026If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.
Available Title(s):
1281-NN_ADMINPRO - Public Relations/Communication Coordinator, 1281-YN_ADMINPRO - Public Relations/Communication CoordinatorBusiness Title:
Communications Content CreatorEmployee Type:
Admin. ProfessionalPosition Details:
The Opportunity:
Washington State University’s (WSU) Office of Research advances the university’s systemwide research enterprise. It facilitates every stage of research, from pre‑award support to compliance, development, and commercialization, and strengthens WSU’s land‑grant mission by partnering with the university community, industry leaders, and other stakeholders. These collaborations help extend and amplify the positive impact of WSU research across the state, region, and nation. The Office of Research Communications Content Creator plays a central role in promoting this work and highlighting the impact of research conducted across the university.
As the Communications Content Creator, you are responsible for developing, coordinating, and producing compelling research-related content for internal and external audiences. You will be working collaboratively with research units, faculty, and university communications staff. You will ensure strategic storytelling across platforms that align with the university’s land-grant mission and research strengths and priorities. This role requires strong editorial judgment, project management skills, and a deep understanding of digital and interactive content production, platforms, and systems.
In this position, you will serve as a key liaison between the Office of Research and the University Communications team and will work collaboratively with research centers, institutes, and colleges across WSU’s network to ensure consistent, engaging, and accessible communication and promotion of research initiatives, outcomes, and impacts.
Job Functions:
55% - Content Development and Production
Coordinate and produce high-impact research focused digital campaigns, multimedia content, and focused news content for the web and social media.
Translate complex research findings into accessible, engaging narratives for broad audiences, including policymakers, media, funders, and the public.
Collaborate with faculty, researchers, and communicators to identify opportunities and develop content across web, social media, and video.
As a key brand ambassador, understand and integrate with WSU’s recently updated branding and messaging.
Attend relevant meetings at WSU’s Pullman campus, visit laboratories and other scientific facilities, and other in-person engagements as needed for content development.
30% - Communications Strategy and Management
Develop and maintain a content calendar aligned with university research priorities and strategic goals.
Curate and manage research-focused content for Office of Research web pages, newsletters, social media, and associated digital platforms.
Ensure brand and message consistency across platforms, adhering to university style and WCAG accessibility guidelines.
Plan, prepare, and produce monthly, seasonal, and annual communications.
10% - Liaison and Collaboration
Serve as the primary point of contact for coordination with the WSU system Communications team and with college, campus, and university level communications coordinators including External Affairs and Government Relations and Corporate Engagement.
Facilitate regular information sharing between research leadership and central communications staff.
Support internal communication efforts to inform faculty, staff, and students about research opportunities, funding, and achievements.
5% - Other Duties as Assigned
Additional Information:
This is a full time (100% FTE), permanent position. Overtime eligibility will be determined upon salary placement.
Monthly Salary: $4,508.70 - $6,763 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications.
In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.
Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation.
Required Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, marketing, journalism or other relevant field AND either three (3) years of professional experience in print or broadcast news media, public relations, marketing including the use of electronic media OR three (3) years of other relevant professional experience OR three (3+) years of experience in science- or research-related communication, marketing, design, media production, or a related role.
Demonstrated ability to write and edit clear, compelling content for a variety of audiences and platforms.
Proven experience managing content strategy, workflows, and editorial calendars.
Strong working knowledge of web content management systems (e.g., WordPress), social media platforms, and media scheduling tools.
Working knowledge of digital media production tools such as Adobe Express (if not the more powerful Adobe apps), Canva, or similar.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate across academic disciplines and administrative units.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in a higher education, research, or public-sector environment.
Ability to analyze engagement metrics and adapt content strategy accordingly.
Familiarity with land-grant university missions and research landscapes.
About the Office of Research - The Office of Research brings together the people, expertise, and infrastructure that power the university’s research enterprise. Beyond providing a broad range of research support services, we cultivate collaborative partnerships, steward essential research resources, and advance initiatives that strengthen innovation and enhance our research capabilities. For more information about the great work we are doing and to view our mission and values, please visit our website linked above.
Area/College: Office of Research
Department Name: Office of Research Advancement & Partnerships
Location: Pullman, WA 99164-1060
Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.
1) Resume
2) Cover Letter (Addressing the qualifications and the position details.)
External candidates, upload all documents in the “Application Document” section of your application.
Current WSU Employees (internal candidates), before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday. Internal candidates, upload all documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application.
Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible.
Professional reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.
Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.
Time Type:
Full timePosition Term:
12 MonthWashington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.
WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract.
Inquiries about the application of federal and state laws and regulations (including inquiries regarding the application of Title IX, ADA/Section 504, and implementing regulations), as well as reports and complaints of discrimination and harassment, can be made verbally or in writing to WSU’s Compliance and Civil Rights, the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights, or both.
More information, resources, and contact information are available here: https://ccr.wsu.edu/notice-of-nondiscrimination/