Research Communication & Marketing Director

🇺🇸 Auburn, AL 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $82K - $147K 💻 Marketing 🗓️ January 17th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

Auburn University is hiring a Research Communication & Marketing Director. The director will lead strategic communication and marketing efforts to enhance Auburn's research reputation through storytelling, digital engagement, media relations, and multimedia platforms. This role collaborates with colleges and research units to ensure research discoveries are effectively communicated to diverse audiences.

Highlights

Develop and maintain Auburn's research narrative aligned with its mission and values.

Lead editorial content, media outreach, photography, videography, and multimedia storytelling.

Drive innovative digital storytelling to strengthen Auburn's national research profile.

Manage media relations and cultivate partnerships with local, regional, and national outlets.

Design and implement programs to enhance faculty communication skills, including curriculum development.

Collaborate with colleges, research units, and campus communicators for aligned messaging.

Oversee timelines, budgets, vendors, and workflows for communication and marketing projects.

Required qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing, Business, or related field with 6 years of relevant experience; graduate degrees may substitute for some experience.