Associate Director of Communications and Content

Position Summary:
The Katz School of Science and Health is seeking an Associate Director of Communications and Content.This is a hands-on, creative, team-oriented position within the Katz School’s nimble and dynamic Communications team – charged with advancing the work of cutting-edge STEM and Health Science programs in the heart of NYC through innovative, multi-channel communications and marketing strategies.As Associate Director, you’ll be tasked with crafting compelling messaging in line with the Katz School’s brand and voice and advancing its mission of making the world smarter, safer, and healthier. You’ll develop and execute strategic marketing and communications initiatives to support the School’s programs, faculty, and students. You’ll create and manage content across social media, newsletters, posters, email campaigns, and web platforms. Reporting to the Executive Director of Brand Communications and Strategy, you’ll work in close collaboration with staff, students, faculty, program directors, the Dean’s Office, and the University’s central marketing team.

As Associate Director, you’ll have a hand in shaping the story of one of NYC’s newest and fastest-growing hubs for STEM and Health Sciences education, impacting the future of NYC’s workforce in healthcare, cybersecurity, AI, nursing, physician assistant, and more. For a skilled communications and marketing professional with a passion for using those skills to improve people’s lives, there is no better place.

Position Responsibilities: 
Responsibilities include:Strategy & PlanningDevelop and implement strategic marketing and communications plans to elevate the Katz School’s identity, drive enrollment, and engage key audiencesEvaluate and refine communications strategies based on data, stakeholder input, and institutional goals
Content Development & ExecutionCreate, manage, and update content across platforms, including newsletters, email campaigns, web copy, social media, posters, and other collateralManage website and oversee the accuracy and relevance of all school and auxiliary web contentServe as editor for high-impact school-wide materials such as fundraising collateral, student publications, and event communications
Plan, implement, and evaluate targeted email campaigns using the school’s digital marketing platformRevise and optimize communications based on overall performanceCollaboration & OversightCoordinate messaging and initiatives with the University’s central marketing teamLead high-priority projects in collaboration with program directors, staff, and the Dean’s OfficeSupport and coordinate the work of communications colleagues, including social media, photography, video, blog, and web designCollaborate on cross-departmental projects and initiatives, maintaining clear and timely communication
Operational ExcellenceIdentify and implement process improvements to increase the impact and efficiency of the School’s communications efforts to help the unit scale efficiently, given rapid enrolment growthTrain staff and faculty contributors to self-edit and align with Katz School brand standards
Provide backup support to communications team members to ensure continuity of operations

Experience & Educational Background: 
Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferredAt least 3 years of relevant experience in communications, marketing, or public relations; 5–7 years preferred, ideally in higher education or science and technology settingsDemonstrated success in managing multiple complex projects with competing prioritiesStrong portfolio showcasing writing, content strategy, and media production across digital platformsProficiency in content and media management tools, with interest or experience in using AI and emerging technologies

Skills & Competencies: 
Required SkillsOutstanding communication skills—written, verbal, and visual—with the ability to engage diverse audiences and explain complex concepts clearlyAn understanding of data-driven communications, personalization, and developing journey-based campaignsStrategic and analytical thinking with a data-informed approach to planning and decision-making
Proven project management skills and the ability to lead complex, multi-phase initiatives from planning through execution
Strong interpersonal skills, collaborative mindset, and ability to build trust across departments and hierarchical levelsHigh attention to detail and the ability to synthesize complex financial and operational data for executive use
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high performance standards

Preferred Skills
Experience with systems development, process improvement, or operational scaling in academic or mission-driven settings
Familiarity with education technology, data tools, or emerging AI platforms
Comfort with ambiguity and a proactive, solutions-oriented approach to problem-solving
Demonstrated interest in innovation and continuous improvement in support of academic and administrative excellence
Familiarity with Drupal, WordPress, Marketing Cloud, and/or HubSpot is a plus

Application Instructions: | Please upload a cover letterCVNames and contact information for three references
Salary Range: | $85,000 – $110,000

About Us:         
ABOUT THE KATZ SCHOOL:The Katz School of Science and Health, with 1300 master’s and doctoral students, is now the largest graduate school at Yeshiva University.  Located in the heart of New York City, Yeshiva University is a US News and World Report Top 100 University.We are research scientists, tech builders, entrepreneurs, and patient-centered clinicians working on problems that matter. We focus on industry sectors that are central to the modern economy: Artificial Intelligence, Biotechnology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, Digital Media, and Fintech, as well as Physician Assistant Studies, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, and Speech-Language Pathology.Katz School faculty take an interdisciplinary approach to research and education, fostering the creativity, collaborative thinking, and builder mindset required to take on today’s toughest problems. Over the last five years, we have launched ten master’s and doctoral programs with 92% graduation rates, 100% licensure pass rates, 95% post-graduation employment in high-paying careers, and students and alumni from over 30 countries.The Katz School is a close-knit community with a big network, nestled in the heart of a big city. We are global in reach, with faculty and students from across the United States and around the world—and also deeply embedded in New York City’s rich professional and social fabric. With a vibrant campus life and city at our fingertips, the Katz School is where bold, purpose-driven people come to create, connect, and explore. Read about projects at Katz.ABOUT YESHIVA UNIVERSITY:The mission of Yeshiva University — the world’s flagship Jewish university — is to educate, empower, and inspire our students to become the next generation of leaders, guided at all times by our core values. We do this through a transformative, world-class, and interdisciplinary education that is deep and broad and that cultivates in our students a sense of meaning, purpose, and drive to make the world a better place — for themselves and for future generations.

Equal Employment Opportunity:     | Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to all employees and candidates without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.