Director, Research Communications

Prairie View A&M

University

Director,

Research Communications

Job

Title

Director, Research Communications

Agency

Prairie

View A&M University

Department

Research Administration

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job

Location

Prairie View, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Director of Research

Communications provides strategic leadership in communicating and

promoting Prairie View A&M University's Research &

Innovation (R&I) portfolio. This role ensures the visibility,

credibility, and impact of PVAMU's research enterprise

across academic, corporate, community, and governmental

stakeholders. The Director works with minimal guidance, exercising

independent judgment in developing and implementing strategies that

align with PVAMU's mission and R&I priorities.

This position is funded by a grant or

restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal

of grant or restricted funding.

The salary is determined in accordance

with the University's compensation structure and will be

commensurate with the candidates' education and experience, within

the assigned salary range for this position.

Responsibilities :

Research Communications :

Partner with the AVP for Marketing

and Communications and Vice President for Advancement to develop a

strategic communications and marketing plan focused on educating

and influencing target audiences on a Road to R1.

Oversee the development of a

comprehensive research communications strategy that highlights

PVAMU's research strengths, achievements, partnerships, and

innovation impact.

Translate

complex research outcomes into accessible narratives for various

audiences, including policymakers, media, funders, corporations,

and the broader public.

Oversee the

development of digital, print, and multimedia content showcasing

faculty, student, and institutional research.

Manage communications channels

(website, newsletters, press releases, social media, reports) for

R&I. Serves as the lead editor for all communications and

publications. Writes, edits, formats, and assembles documents and

publications for the department, ensuring that they comply with the

University standards and requirements.

Support grant-writing and research

development teams with communication materials.

Leadership : Provide

effective support on research leadership, internal and external

communications, and visibility.

Provide vision and guidance for R&I communications strategy

while collaborating with faculty, students, administrators,

centers, and external partners.

Supervise communications staff, contractors, and student assistants

as assigned.

Represent PVAMU at

internal and external events, research showcases, and conferences.

Foster a culture of transparency,

collaboration, and excellence in communications by demonstrating

strong leadership and communication skills across the division.

Project Management :

Oversee effective planning and execution of research

communications-related projects, events, and campaigns.

Ensure timely delivery of reports,

materials, and campaigns aligned with research priorities.

Coordinate cross-departmental

research communications initiatives, ensuring milestones, metrics,

and deliverables are met.

Manage

budgets, vendor relationships, and timelines for communications

initiatives.

Branding & Visibility :

Strengthen the R&I brand within

PVAMU and externally, positioning the university as a leader in

research, innovation, and workforce development.

Ensure R&I communications are

in compliance with the University, TAMU System, State, and Federal

requirements.

In collaboration with

the University office for Marketing and Communications,

strategically building media relationships to amplify PVAMU's

research stories locally, nationally, and globally.

Develop thought-leadership

opportunities (op-eds, podcasts, speaking engagements) for faculty

and R&I leadership

Other

Duties : Provide crisis

communications support when needed.

Benchmark PVAMU's R&I communications against peer institutions

and recommend improvements.

Perform

other duties as assigned by the Vice President for Research &

Innovation .

Acts a liaison with the University office for marketing and

communications in addition to other cross-department communications

staff to coordinate strategic communications initiatives, projects,

and committees that support institutional goals.

Required Education & Experience :

Bachelor's degree in

Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or a

related field.

Ten years of related

experience in communications.

Three

years of supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications :

10 years of progressively

responsible experience in communications, preferably in higher

education or research-intensive settings.

Proven track record in project

management, brand development, and research communications.

Strong leadership, organizational,

and interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently.

Exceptional writing, editing, and

storytelling skills with experience translating research for

multiple audiences.

Experience

managing multimedia content, digital platforms, and media

relations.

Strategic thinker with

the ability to connect research outcomes to institutional impact.

Skilled at navigating academic,

industry, and community environments.

Ability to lead with minimal

guidance while fostering cross-functional collaboration.

Adept at balancing multiple

projects with competing priorities.

Job

Posting Close Date :

• 11 / 30 / 2025

Required Attachments :

Please attach

all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled

as either "Resume / CV or Resume / Cover Letter" on the application.

Multiple attachments may be included in the "Resume / CV" or

Resume / Cover Letter" attachment box. Any additional attachments

provided outside of the required documents listed below are

considered optional.

Resume or

Curriculum Vitae

Cover Letter

Application Submission Guidelines :

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or

before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant

inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed,

HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has

applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.

The required documents listed in the above

"Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application

prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full

consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the

Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated

above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance

with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements :

All

positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a

criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon

the institution's verification of credentials and / or other

information required by the institution's procedures,

including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity / Veterans / Disability Employer.

To apply, visit

About Us

For more than 140 years, Prairie View

A&M University (PVAMU) has been igniting passion in its

students. With an established reputation for producing engineers,

nurses and educators, PVAMU offers baccalaureate degrees, master’s

degrees and doctoral degree programs through nine colleges and

schools. The University has an enrollment of more than 8,500

students. Designated an institution of “the first class” in the

Texas Constitution, PVAMU is the second-oldest public institution

of higher education in the state and a member of The Texas A&M

University System. The University is dedicated to fulfilling its

land-grant mission of achieving excellence in teaching, research

and service.

PVAMU is conveniently located near

the rapidly growing residential and commercial area known as the

Northwest Houston Corridor. The developing Northwest Houston

Corridor offers newly developed suburban communities, a variety of

shopping and dining near the Houston Premium Outlets and is a

short, 35-minute commute into downtown Houston. For more

information, visit Your career opportunities with a “University of

the first class” begins here!

Prairie View

A&M University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative

Action / Veterans / Disability Employer.

If you

need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (936)

261-1730.

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