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OPS Communications & Content Assistant

PublishedPublished: 9/25/2026
OPS Communications & Content Assistant

Job no: 541465
Work type: Temp Part-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Communications/Public Relations/Marketing, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence
Department:11230000 - RE-AI AND INFORMATICS (AIIRI)

Classification Title:
OPS Communications Assistant

Classification Minimum Requirements:
• Strong writing and editing skills, with attention to accuracy and detail.
• Ability to explain complex topics clearly to nontechnical audiences.
• Familiarity with digital communications and social media.
• Strong organization, time management, and ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Job Description:
  • Research, interview, and write news stories, faculty and student profiles, and features highlighting UF AI research.
  • Develop and adapt content for AIIRI's website, newsletter, and social media channels, particularly LinkedIn.
  • Help plan and produce content that supports AIIRI's communications priorities and a consistent digital presence.
  • Support coverage and content development for seminars, mini-symposia, and other institute events.
  • Assist with website content updates and, as needed, photography or short-form video.
  • Pitch story ideas and collaborate with the Communications Manager on assignments and editorial revisions.

Expected Salary:
Commensurate with Education and Experience

Required Qualifications:
• Strong writing and editing skills, with attention to accuracy and detail.
• Ability to explain complex topics clearly to nontechnical audiences.
• Familiarity with digital communications and social media.
• Strong organization, time management, and ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Preferred:
  • Current enrollment in public relations, journalism, advertising, media production, communications, or a related degree program.
  • Experience with news or feature writing, interviewing, or other forms of reporting.
  • Interest in science, technology, AI, or research communications.
  • Experience with WordPress, Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud, photography, or video editing.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
• In order to be considered, applicants must provide a cover letter, resume, and list of

professional references.
• Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
• This is not a remote position and is located on the University of Florida main campus in

Gainesville, FL.
• A criminal background check is required.

Health Assessment Required:No

Advertised: 23 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 30 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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