Communications Manager

Emory University

Communications Manager shaping internal and strategic messaging for Emory University’s School of Medicine. Creating accessible content about research, clinical innovation, education, and community achievements.

Posted 8/7/2026full-timeAtlanta • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic communications, project management, and content creation within the healthcare and education sectors. Proficient in translating complex topics into accessible narratives while fostering collaboration across diverse teams.

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Strategic Communications ManagementProject ManagementExcellent Writing SkillsInternal Communications Strategy DevelopmentPublishing Software Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Content CreationMarketingPublic RelationsResearchCommunications StrategyMetrics TrackingEditorial Quality AssuranceMessage AlignmentNarrative DevelopmentCommunications Impact Reporting

Soft Skills

CreativityRelationship BuildingCollaborationEngagementTrust Building

Tools & Technologies

Publishing Software

Industry Keywords

Healthcare CommunicationsEducation CommunicationsEmory UniversityGeorgia TechGrady Health SystemChildren’s Healthcare of Atlanta

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage strategic communications for the School of Medicine’s research, education, and clinical care mission
Develop and implement internal communications strategies for faculty, staff, trainees, and students
Advise department and Dean’s office leadership on communications that drive engagement, trust, and organizational alignment
Ensure consistency in tone, voice, messaging architecture, brand, editorial quality, and message alignment
Monitor and share internal communications best practices and trends
Track key metrics and report communications impact and effectiveness
Produce and edit articles, announcements, speeches, newsletters, and leader messages
Translate complex scientific, medical, and educational topics into accessible narratives
Identify and elevate stories about research discovery, clinical innovations, and achievements
Build relationships with leaders, faculty, and staff in assigned areas
Collaborate with School of Medicine, Emory Healthcare, and other communications teams
Collaborate with communications teams at Grady Health System, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, and Georgia Tech on joint accomplishments and initiatives
Perform related responsibilities as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, marketing, or related field
Four years of marketing, writing/research, project management, or related experience
Additional related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
Knowledge of publishing and related software
Demonstrated creativity in designing marketing, public relations, or educational programs and communications materials
Excellent writing skills
Excellent project management skills
Must reside in the state of Georgia
Must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based on business needs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunity to work from home regularly
Flexible weekly commuting schedule based on business needs
Equal opportunity employment
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities