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Marketing and Communications Manager

  • Full Time, onsite
  • The Hormel Institute, University of Minnesota
  • Austin, United States of America
Salary undisclosed

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Position & Department Overview

The Hormel Institute is an independent biomedical research institution within the University of Minnesota’s Research and Innovation Office. Established in 1942, our mission is to conduct research and provide education in the biological sciences with applications in medicine and agriculture, specifically by understanding, treating, and controlling cancer and other chronic diseases. The Hormel Institute serves as a center of technical and educational expertise for the benefit of the local community, the State of Minnesota, and beyond. We are located in the uniquely diverse rural community of Austin, MN, conveniently only 35 miles from Rochester, MN, and 100 miles (1.5 hours) south of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The Hormel Institute is committed to fostering a work environment that promotes inclusive excellence, supportive employee practices, and encourages diversity of thought that drives innovation and creativity in our science. This position uses science communication to inform and inspire the general public about scientific discoveries and knowledge.

The HI Marketing & Communications Manager, reporting to the Chief of Staff, is a key member of the HI leadership team responsible for handling a variety of complex communications and marketing projects in support of the Institute’s goals to increase audience awareness of, and build the reputation of, HI by communicating the breadth, depth, and impact of the research, education, and outreach initiatives of The Hormel Institute.

The Marketing & Communications Manager develops and oversees marketing strategy, communications strategy, and content creation focused on all forms of media, using a highly developed knowledge base and extensive research in partnership with the HI teams. The person in this role must also respond and regularly adapt to dynamic and changing conditions, requiring creative solutions and new approaches while incorporating strong intercultural framings and inclusive practices. This position supervises three full-time direct reports, including a Communications Associate, a Graphics Design Associate, and a Media and Social Media Associate. The Marketing & Communications Manager is responsible for advancing public understanding of high-impact biomedical research through written, auditory, and visual communication.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please go to

https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/extstu/361641.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please email [email protected]

or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).

Application Process

Applications must include the following for full consideration:

  1. Cover Letter
  2. Resume/CV
  3. Professional Portfolio. This may include examples of prior work including, but not limited to publications, website design, social media posts, media releases, photography/videography, executive summaries of strategic plans, and data analysis summaries.
  4. The Hormel Institute is committed to fostering a work environment that promotes inclusive excellence, supportive employee practices, and encourages diversity of thought that drives innovation and creativity in our science. Please provide a statement of the applicant’s intercultural development journey and how it has been applied in their career.

*This position may be eligible for relocation assistance.

Please reach out if you have any questions and are interested in applying!