Content Strategist

Bucknell University • East Buffalo Township, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Bucknell University seeks a Content Strategist to provide dedicated content and communications support for a faculty-led research initiative focused on translating scientific information on addiction for a general audience through digital and social media platforms. The position supports the scholarly and public-facing work of a specific faculty member and their research students. The Content Strategist will lead content strategy, creation, and distribution to support program mission, brand, and research goals. This role manages day-to-day content operations, provides editorial direction, mentors content contributors, and uses data-driven insights to grow and engage audiences across digital platforms. This role is ideal for a self-starter with strong organizational and problem-solving skills, along with expertise in digital communications, content editing, and a genuine interest in educating others. Success in this role means bringing initiative, professionalism, adaptability, and an ability to translate ideas into action as part of a collaborative, high-performing team. This role includes opportunities to build deeper communications expertise and take on expanded responsibilities as experience grows. This position is a full-time, one-year (renewable), benefits eligible staff position. This position is donor-funded for one year, and may be renewable as more funds are available.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2-3 years of work experience in communications, marketing, content creation, or related fields.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interpret and explain complex information, demonstrated by writing, editing and proofreading experience.
• Experience managing projects, workflows, or teams.
• Strong understanding of visual and digital content best practices.
• Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities in a collaborative environment.
• Interest in addressing the gap in scientific literacy as it pertains to addictive drugs.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree and extensive work experience.
• 3 or more years experience in communications, marketing, or media production.
• Experience managing people or creative teams.
• Familiarity with startup media environments or mission-driven organizations.
• Proficiency with social media platforms, analytics tools, and content management systems (e.g., WordPress).
• Experience using project management tools and systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead content planning and execution in support of a faculty-led research initiative focused on public communication and education.
• Oversee the creation, review, and distribution of digital content related to the faculty member’s research and public engagement efforts, ensuring quality, clarity, and consistency.
• Translate complex ideas or research into accessible, engaging content for broad audiences.
• Use data and performance insights to evaluate content effectiveness and inform ongoing strategy and improvement.
• Coordinate and guide the work of research students or other contributors supporting the faculty member’s content and outreach activities.
• Provide editorial direction, feedback, and mentorship to support quality work and skill development.
• Develop and maintain practical processes to support efficient planning and production of content related to the faculty member’s work.
• Collaborate with the faculty member and their research team to align content activities with research communication and public education goals.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling options determined by role
• Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options
• An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions)
• Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick time, a community service day, and 19 paid holidays (including two full weeks off for Winter Break!)
• Full-time and part-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves. Additionally, full-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and are eligible for various tuition programs for their children.
• Credit for full-time benefits eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods.
• A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives
• A myriad of other benefits, including parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID card

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level