Position Summary:

The O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center is one of 51 NCI-designated comprehensive cancer centers in the United States and is the only one in Alabama and in the Deep South region. A comprehensive designation also means UAB Medicine patients have access to leading-edge treatments or clinical trials that they may not otherwise have at local community hospitals or smaller cancer centers. For many, an NCI designation can hold the key to survival. On campus and around Birmingham, the O'Neal Cancer Center is a significant part of our economic powerhouse. The O'Neal Cancer Center powers more than 400 scientists and physician-scientists, cares for 20,000 patients annually, and is home to more than 160 employees, plus all the physicians and clinical staff engaged in cancer patient care.

The link to our website is: https://www.uab.edu/onealcancercenter/

This position assists in executing communications strategies and programs to influence engagement and knowledge of various O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center audiences and share key messages. Develops a variety of communications that support the O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center. Drafts, edits and delivers messaging through available media, including print matter, advertisements, e-publications, web sites, intranet content, social media, database-driven web content, change management communications, presentations, other employee messaging and materials, and ongoing internal communications. Maintains web pages and updates as necessary. Gathers and analyzes data on communications effectiveness and recommends improvements to extend reach and readership.

Salary Range: $47,665 - $77,455

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing or a related field and one (1) year of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Minimum hiring rate must meet the most current FLSA guidelines for salary level and basis to remain exempt.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Organizational skills

* Attention to detail

* Written and verbal communication skills

* Interpersonal skills

* The candidate must have an eye for detail and knowledge of AP Style, as well as experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Cloud.

* Graphic design and/or video experience is a plus.