Position Summary:
The Writer and Marketing Associate will work within University Communications’ marketing team to develop and create online and print content, including news articles, feature stories, research news, videos, social media content, and other materials that feature and promote the University’s research, academic initiatives, student achievements, and general school activities. Of key importance will be working with colleagues from NYU Shanghai’s research institutes, academic departments, and other administrative units to strengthen the University’s academic reputation, institutional identity, and public visibility.
The main responsibilities include:
Responsibility A (60%)
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Identify, develop, and write news articles, feature stories, and other editorial content related to the achievements of NYU Shanghai’s research institutes, academic departments, faculty, students, and programs;
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Translate complex research topics into accessible, accurate, and engaging stories for general audiences, covering a wide range of areas from quantum physics and neuroscience mechanisms to aging studies and social science research;
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Plan and maintain the research section of the University’s weekly newsletter, ensuring regular research visibility throughout the academic year.
Responsibility B (30%)
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Assist in the development of innovative marketing and communications strategies to support admissions, academic program promotion, research visibility, and the University’s overall name recognition.
Responsibility C (10%)
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Maintain strong lines of communication between University Communications, research institutes, academic departments, and other internal stakeholders to ensure timely, accurate, and effective content development.
Qualifications:
Required Education
Required Experience
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At least two years of writing/marketing experience, preferably more.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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Excellent English speaker and writer;
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Mandarin Chinese proficiency (speaking, listening, reading, cultural) required;
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Strong writing, translating, interviewing, and research skills;
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Ability to translate scientific and academic findings into engaging research news pieces, social media posts, and graphic presentations for a general audience.
Additional Information:
About NYU Shanghai
NYU Shanghai is China’s first Sino-US research university and the third degree-granting campus of the NYU Global Network. We were founded in 2012 by New York University and East China Normal University with the support of the city of Shanghai and the district of Pudong. NYU Shanghai seeks to cultivate globally-minded graduates through innovative teaching, world-class research, and a commitment to public service.
NYU Shanghai is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. We are proud of its diverse and talented staff members, who work together to build and sustain this unique and pioneering institution of higher education in China.
For more information about NYU Shanghai, please visit https://shanghai.nyu.edu. You can also follow our official WeChat Account: NYUShanghaiRecruit for more updated news.
