Communications Officer

Posting Description


COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER , Chemistry , to serve as strategist and leader for the full range of departmental communications, internal and external, that promote Chemistry research and academic programs. This position will report directly to the Department Head. The primary responsibilities include leading the department's news program by providing editorial oversight and content for its website, newsletters, and scientific writing, and by conceptualizing and writing science reports for lay readers, including news and feature articles, proposals, presentations, videos, and other promotional materials; providing direction, coordination, and support for communication and public relations efforts across the department, managing the department's presence and message across print and digital news channels, including traditional and social media, while ensuring cohesive branding, style, and voice across all content and communications; attending MIT events and science conferences and staying up-to-date with the most recent scientific findings and current research activities; updating and maintaining department website content and working with external developers on periodic upgrades/redesigns; and working closely with the Senior Development Officer to create tailored communications strategies and collateral to engage prospects and donors.

Job Requirements


REQUIRED : Bachelor's degree in communications or a related field; a minimum of five years in a professional communications role; solid experience with project management, communication technologies, social media, and public relations; strong interpersonal, writing, editorial, and presentation skills; ability to describe science concepts to scientific and lay audiences; and experience with graphics/imaging tools. PREFERRED : Experience in a scientific and/or academic setting; excellent relationship management; demonstrated experience in or capacity for developing creative and entrepreneurial approaches to marketing and communications; ability to collaborate and work successfully across organizational boundaries; demonstrated success managing competing priorities and deadlines; and the ability to be flexible, adapt, and learn quickly are also preferred.

Work Schedule: This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule. During the initial 6-month orientation and review period, the position would be on-site four days per week. Occasional evening/weekend work as needed.

Application Materials: Please include a cover letter, resume, and one writing sample (800 words or less) with your application. Please include links to any digital media and/or portfolio.

9/3/2026