Research Communications Specialist

University of Nebraska-Lincoln
University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Marketing & Communications

Lincoln, NE, USA

USD 54k-54k / year

Posted on Jul 23, 2026
Working Title Research Communications Specialist
Department Research Communications-13275
Requisition Number S_260557
Posting Open Date 07/22/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 08/03/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of Work
The Research Communications Specialist is an integral part of the team that leads communications and marketing efforts for the Office of Research and Innovation (R&I). The team promotes research, scholarly and creative endeavors at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and ensures that the university researcher community is aware of the resources, opportunities and support available through R&I.

The position is geared toward a strong writer and editor who is able to translate complex information and convey the impact of Nebraska researchers’ work in an engaging and accessible manner. The Research Communications Specialist is responsible for writing and editing content that is used across a variety of platforms, including news releases, websites, reports and newsletters.

This position also executes communications and marketing tasks for lectures, conferences, workshops and other events hosted by R&I. Additionally, the specialist regularly updates website content on research.unl.edu. The ideal candidate demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and works well in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/.
Minimum Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations, marketing, communications or related field plus three years of relevant professional communications experience in newsroom, university, agency, public relations/communications, government, or nonprofit environments, or equivalent.
  • Experience in writing and editing news stories and/or other types of content that adhere to journalistic standards for accuracy, clarity and style.
  • Demonstrated professional writing and editing skills
  • Demonstrated knowledge of and experience applying Associated Press (AP) style.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Ability to interview subject-matter experts about their research, scholarship and/or creative work and translate that information into engaging stories for the intended audience.
  • Flexibility, adaptability and skills to simultaneously work on multiple projects.
  • Experience writing about complex topics, especially those related to research, scholarship and/or creative endeavors for lay audiences.
  • Professional communications experience in a university or government setting.
  • Experience using a content management system, such as WordPress, Drupal or similar.
  • Experience using Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Experience in promoting events and/or outreach activities for an organization.
  • Experience using website analytics to gather information and inform content strategy.
  • Photography and/or videography skills
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No
Physical Required No
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No
Criminal History Background Check Required Yes
Posted Salary $54,000/yr. minimum
How to Apply
Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
Ember Welsch, Human Resources Specialist Lead
Office of Research and Innovation
ewelsch2@unl.edu
Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional
Job Type Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)
Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No
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