Publicity-Promotion Associate (Communications & Digital Content Specialist) Maternal Health Research

Publicity-Promotion Associate (Communications & Digital Content Specialist) Maternal Health Research

Hiring Department: DOM Maternal Health Research

Location:  Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1041866

FTE: 1

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday

Shift: Days

# of Positions: 1

Workplace Type:  Hybrid  

Posting Close Date:  July 16, 2026

Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $70,000.00 - 85,000.00 / Annual Salary

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The Communications and Digital Content Specialist supports communications, marketing, and outreach efforts for the Department of Medicine and the Maternal Health Research Unit. This position develops and disseminates content across digital platforms, including websites, social media, and email communications, and assists in translating research, clinical initiatives, and programmatic activities into engaging, audience-focused communications.

The role also supports media monitoring and dissemination of maternal health and public health topics to enhance the visibility and impact of the unit's work and ensure alignment with institutional priorities and branding standards.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Communications & Content Development

• Develop, write, and edit content for websites, newsletters, social media, and promotional materials
• Translate maternal health research, clinical initiatives, and program outcomes into accessible and engaging content for diverse audiences
• Ensure digital content reflects UIC brand voice and aligns with marketing and communication objectives
• Assist in implementing communications initiatives that promote departmental and research priorities

Website & Digital Content Management

• Maintain and update departmental and research websites using a content management system (e.g., WordPress)
• Ensure content accuracy, relevance, timeliness, and alignment with UIC branding and digital standards
• Optimize digital content for search visibility and user engagement
• Apply web content best practices, including accessibility (ADA compliance) and usability
• Coordinate development and organization of digital assets (images, graphics, multimedia content)

Social Media & Digital Outreach

• Create, schedule, and manage content across social media platforms
• Maintain an editorial calendar aligned with key initiatives, research milestones, and events
• Monitor engagement metrics and recommend improvements to content performance
• Stay current with emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in social media and digital communications

Email & Multi-Channel Communications

• Develop and distribute email communications using designated platforms, ensuring accuracy, accessibility, and alignment with best practices
• Monitor email performance metrics (e.g., open rates, click-through rates, engagement) and recommend improvements
• Ensure consistency of messaging and branding across web, social media, and email communications

Media Monitoring & Research Communications

• Monitor news, media, and emerging topi