Research Outreach Coordinator - North Dakota State University : Job Details

Description & Details: Research Communication Strategy and Content Development

• Develop and implement a communication strategy aligned with the Center's goals to raise visibility and demonstrate research impact.
• Translate academic research into accessible content formats such as policy briefs, infographics, blog posts, and multimedia tailored for diverse audiences.
• Manage content creation for the Center's website, newsletters, media releases, and social media, in alignment with NDSU branding guidelines.
• Design outreach and promotional materials to highlight key research findings and outreach efforts.
• Assist with event promotion, stakeholder outreach, and basic media relations efforts.

Outreach, Collaboration, and Grant Support

• Coordinate and promote seminars, workshops, and other outreach-focused events that support knowledge exchange.
• Collaborate with the Program Manager and leadership team to ensure consistent, strategically aligned messaging across internal and external channels.
• Contribute to communication-related aspects of grants, including the development and reporting of outreach deliverables and audience engagement metrics.

Analytics and Strategic Improvement

• Monitor audience and press engagement metrics and adapt outreach strategies to improve reach and effectiveness over time.

Work Schedule:

• 30 hours/week
• Monday-Friday, flexible

Hiring Range:

• $37,071- $49,428 DOE

Pay is based on several factors, including budget, labor market, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and/or certification and other business considerations. Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required (BS in Economics, Communications, or a related field).
• One year experience in research communication, engagement, or knowledge mobilization.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree (Ph.D. in Economics, Business, Social Sciences, or related field is preferred).
• Experience in communications or outreach-related roles.
• Interest or background in agriculture, economics, public policy, or higher education.
• Ability to translate complex research or policy topics into accessible, engaging language.
• Familiarity with digital communication analytics tools.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive mindset and strong organizational skills.
• Experience working in international or interdisciplinary research environments.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting.

Core Competencies:

• Demonstrated writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Strong understanding of the academic research process and its outreach implications.
• Ability to synthesize complex information for non-academic audiences.
• Experience with digital communication tools (e.g., WIX, Canva, LinkedIn).

Applicant Materials Required:

• Resume and cover letter

NDSU OFFERS EXCELLENT BENEFITS! Full time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• Health Insurance coverage with 100% of the premium paid for by NDSU for Single or Family Plan
  • Option of a PPO/Basic Plan or High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account
  • Benefits begin the first of the month following date of hire
  • Wellness benefits are included for healthy lifestyle participation
• Superb Retirement Plan
  • Employer Contributions range from 7.5% - 12.26% based on position
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Tuition Waivers for Employee (three classes per calendar year)
• Tuitions Waivers for Spouse/Partner & Dependents (eligible for 50% waiver)
• Paid Leave - including Annual leave, Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Optional benefits include: Supplemental Life, Dental, Vision, Long-term care insurance, Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care) and Supplemental Retirement Plans
• More Detailed Information Here: Benefits | Human Resources | NDSU

About Us: North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country.NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live. No Smoking Notice: As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10. EO/AA Statement: NDSU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable. Direct inquiries to: Vice Provost, Title IX/ADA Coordinator, Old Main 201, NDSU Main Campus, Fargo, ND, 58108, 701-###-####, [email protected]. Diversity Statement: NDSU strives to be a community of belonging, recognizing unique differences as strengths of our university. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that supports a community in which diverse populations and perspectives will know and learn from one another. NDSU values candidates who are committed to our core values of respect, inclusivity, community, creativity, excellence, impact, innovation, integrity, resilience, responsiveness, and transformation. Successful candidates will be committed to and help advance our strategic goal to create and maintain an open and respectful environment to promote inclusivity and diversity as a cornerstone of education, research, and outreach. Veteran's Preference Notice: This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements. Reasonable Accommodation Information North Dakota State University 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, please contact Human Resources at 701-###-#### or [email protected] .recblid w8vslv369308b0tgfs1cx9himy73cf