The Content Writer writes various types of content for two units within UCSF, the Institute of Global Health Sciences and the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics. Content types include email newsletters, online articles, marketing emails, social media posts, ad copy, and annual reports. The content writer also edits external-facing content written by others to ensure that it is high quality, free of errors, and follows appropriate editorial style before publication.

Writes or edits a variety of comprehensive and difficult material for stylistic consistency, logic, organization, rational development of content, and emphasis. Researches, selects sources for and conducts interviews, and ensures accuracy of written pieces. Recommends content and layout, edits, and coordinates production of a variety of printed and online material, or conversion of printed pieces to online formats and archives.

The Content Writer works under the limited supervision of the Director of Communications and as part of a communications team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Works with the Director of Communications and communications team to identify content ideas and produce written content that serves the communications objectives of both units.
• Produces bi-monthly and quarterly email newsletters for both units by gathering content from program leads, synthesizing and editing content, checking accuracy, and working with the graphic designer to produce the final product.
• Produces at least two articles for each unit monthly by identifying story ideas, interviewing subject matter experts, drafting articles, and incorporating feedback and edits from relevant stakeholders.
• Works with the communications team to create weekly social media posts for Facebook, X/Twitter, and LinkedIn.
• Works with the Director of Communications and unit leaders to write both units' annual reports or year-end reviews.
• Regularly reviews both unit’s websites for accuracy and provides the website administrator with updated content as needed.
• Assists the educational programs of both units by writing marketing emails and ad copy for their seasonal recruitment campaigns.
• Regularly monitors major news outlets for media mentions and posts them on our websites, social media platforms, and newsletters.

The ideal candidate can write and edit high-quality content in a fast-paced environment while juggling multiple deadlines, toggle between multiple requests from two different units, and incorporate multiple points of feedback from stakeholders professionally and tactfully. Excellent writing skills are a must; applicants will be required to submit writing samples.

This hybrid role requires commuting to our Mission Bay office up to two days a week.

To see the salary range for this position (we recommend that you make a note of the job code and use that to look up): TCS Non-Academic Titles Search (ucop.edu)

Please note: The compensation ranges listed online for roles not covered by a bargaining unit agreement are very wide, however a job offer will typically fall in the range of 80% - 120% of the established mid-point. An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role.

For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Department Description

About the Institute for Global Health Sciences (IGHS)
IGHS is pioneer and innovator in academic global health, with a deep commitment to improving the health of marginalized communities. We are a campus-wide interdisciplinary education and research organization that reports directly to the Chancellor. Our mission is to eliminate major health disparities and improve the health of the most vulnerable populations worldwide, so people can live healthy and productive lives. Our work includes:

• Increasing the contribution of academic institutions to global health.
• Applying high-quality scientific evidence to inform health policies and practices.
• Creating an interdisciplinary culture of science within global health.
• Training and building leadership for global health.
• Building the capacity of our implementing partners.

In addition to our master’s and doctoral programs, IGHS is home to seven centers that represent our wide array of expertise and research:

• Center for Global Health Delivery, Diplomacy and Economics
• Center for Global Infectious and Parasitic Diseases
• Center for Global Maternal, Newborn and Child Health
• Center for Global Nursing
• Center for Global Strategic Information and Public Health Practice
• Center for Health Equity in Surgery and Anesthesia
• Center for Pandemic Preparedness and Response

IGHS is committed to ensuring a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment as we work towards becoming an anti-racist organization. We strongly encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. Please see our statement on anti-racism here: https://globalhealthsciences.ucsf.edu/about-us/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/statement-structural-racism

About the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics (DEB)
Since 1956, DEB has been pioneers in population science and preventive medicine, achieving breakthroughs on public health problems in California, across the country, and around the world. We stand at the center of many of UCSF’s initiatives in population health, data science and informatics, health services research, and health equity.

Our primary faculty – many of whom are world-renowned experts in their fields – are breaking new ground in diseases of aging, global health, biostatistics, cancer, and cardiovascular disease. We are also critical collaborators with other prominent research units, including the Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, Bakar Computational Health Sciences Institute, the Institute for Global Health Sciences, the Center for Vulnerable Populations, and others.

The multiple data sets housed in the department or accessed through the department — including the Greater Bay Area Cancer Registry, clinical data from UCSF Health and the San Francisco Department of Public Health, Health eHeart data, and other trial and cohort data available through the San Francisco Coordinating Center — also provide valuable information for anyone conducting population studies.

We offer several education and training programs, including a PhD in Epidemiology and Translational Sciences, a master’s and certificate in Clinical and Epidemiological Research, a master’s and certificate in Health Data Sciences, and individual courses in epidemiology, biostatistics, implementation science, and clinical and translational science. Our educational programs are designed for a broad range of learners, including undergraduates, professional students, and residents and fellows.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or related discipline, or equivalent training / experience
• 3+ years of professional writing experience required.
• 2+ years of professional experience specifically writing for online platforms, including web, email, and social media. This is in addition or part of the minimum 3+ years required professional writing experience.
• Thorough knowledge of the fundamentals of writing, grammar, syntax, style, and punctuation.
• Thorough knowledge of appropriate editorial style and publication guidelines.
• Thorough skills to write clear, lively, engaging and compelling copy in a variety of styles appropriate to target audiences and / or the broader public, while ensuring adherence to the location's message.
• Knowledge of social media platforms platforms Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
• Thorough research and fact verification skills.
• Thorough interpersonal communications skills, including active listening and effective collaboration skills.
• Thorough analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Thorough attention to detail, project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure while maintaining a professional attitude.

Preferred Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of UCSF, including its mission, goals, achievements, infrastructure, programs, and policies.
• Thorough knowledge of issues in higher education, a specialized academic discipline or field and / or health sciences.
• Knowledge of content management systems WordPress and Drupal.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

004017 WRITER EDITOR 3

Job Category

Marketing / Communications, Professional (Non-Clinical)

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

Flexible (combination of onsite and remote work), Hybrid, Mission Bay (SF)

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

M-F, 8am-5pm