Associate News Editor/Science Writer

Description:
Skilled professional sought to identify and successfully promote stories to regional and national media, as well as other audiences, to position UMass Amherst as an exceptional research university. UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship public university, receives more than $100 million annually from government and private sources in support of research, and this position will play a principal role in communicating the faculty's many achievements in science and technology.

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Engineering or a related field in communication or science. Three to five years experience required in public relations, journalism, science, engineering or a related field, with demonstrated ability to translate technical or scholarly information into common language for a broad audience. Applicants must have excellent oral and written communication skills, a keen awareness of what makes news, and the ability to generate news and feature pieces for print and broadcast. Familiarity with higher education is desirable.

Hiring salary range:
$42,300-$52,900. Normal starting salary range: $42,300-$47,600.

Details:
The priority application deadline is May 16, 2008. However, applications will be accepted beyond that date until the position is filled. Please submit a cover letter, resume and the names of three references, as well as three writing samples to:

Search # R10872
Employment Office
167 Whitmore Administration Building
University of Massachusetts
Amherst, MA 01003-8170

The University of Massachusetts is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply.