Projects Specialist - Office of Public Scholarship

Washington University in St. Louis
St. Louis, MO
Category Marketing
Job Description
The Projects Specialist for WashU’s Office of Public Scholarship is responsible for supporting creative projects, collaborative programming, and strategic partnerships between WashU scholars and external partners.

Requirements

  • Manage Collaborative Projects and Programs
  • Develop strong relationships with WashU departments, programs, schools and centers
  • Communicate with key partners, including, but not limited to, “In St. Louis, For St. Louis” initiative leaders and staff
  • Work collaboratively with the Office of Public Scholarship team to write and edit communications
  • Present on public scholarship to university stakeholders
  • Support the Director of Public Scholarship with managing day-to-day office logistics and strategizing partnership and outreach opportunities
  • Assist with writing and submitting grant applications
  • Coordinate Strategic Projects
  • Research and expand the Office’s network of general audience media outlets
  • Increase Office roster of editorial and professional contacts by attending relevant conferences and events
  • Oversee virtual and in-person skill-building programs for WashU scholars
  • Develop local business and community opportunities
  • Serve as a strategic thought partner for connecting WashU scholars with business, governmental, and non-profit organizations
  • Contribute to the office’s core editorial and media support offerings
  • Serve as editor and media specialist as necessary
  • Continue to build out network of publishing and media partners beyond campus
  • Assist with workshops and seminars
  • Design workshops and seminars suited for different scholars, dependent on respective disciplines and fields
  • Research and invite guest facilitators and presenters for workshops and seminars

Benefits

  • Up to 22 days of vacation
  • 10 recognized holidays
  • Sick time
  • Competitive health insurance packages
  • Free Metro transit U-Pass
  • Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Wellness challenges
  • Annual health screenings
  • Mental health resources
  • Mindfulness programs and courses
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)
  • Financial resources
  • Access to dietitians
  • 4 weeks of caregiver leave
  • Family care resources
  • Tuition coverage for you and your family
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