Communications Manager

Overview

Payroll Title
: COMM SPEC 3

Department
: OB/GYN & REPRODUCTIVE SCIENCES

Hiring Pay Scale
: $79,200.00 - $ / Year

Worksite
:
East Campus (La Jolla)

Appointment Type
:
Career

Appointment Percent
: 100%

Union
:
Uncovered

Total Openings
: 1

Work Schedule
:
Days, 8 hrs/day, Monday-Friday

Filing Deadline
:
Tue 2/17/2026

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UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment:
Apply by 01/22/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants:
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This position will work a hybrid schedule which includes a combination of working both onsite at La Jolla and remote.

The mission of the Department of Obstetrics/Gynecology (OB/GYN) and Reproductive Sciences at UC San Diego School of Medicine delivers high-quality, equitable health care to its regional, national and global communities. We achieve this through innovative research, compassionate patient care and excellence in education and training. The department is home to nearly 80 faculty and more than 250 department staff members across eight divisions:
Obstetrics and Gynecology, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Gynecologic Oncology, Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, Hospitalist, Complex Family Planning, Minimally Invasive Gynecology Surgery and Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery. In addition, the department offers residency program and 5 fellowships, training over 40 residents and fellows annually. The department is ranked 5th nationally in NIH research funding according to the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research and 7th in obstetrics & gynecology hospital rankings according to US News & World Report.

The department’s blend of groundbreaking research, comprehensive clinical services, and robust training programs creates a dynamic environment where faculty, staff and trainees collaborate to advance women’s health.

The Communications Manager reports to the Administrative Vice Chair (adVC) and Department Chair. Working with limited technical supervision manages written, visual and digital communications for the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences (OB/GYN). The role combines content creation, editorial oversight, project management and strategic partnership across the School of Medicine and UC San Diego Health.

Strategic Communication & Engagement: The Communications Manager partners with the adVC, chair and other senior department leaders to develop and execute a department wide communications and engagement strategy. Designs and implements information campaigns that promote research achievements and educational programs for a variety of audiences (faculty, staff, trainees, students, donors, alumni). Coordinates and partners with the School of Medicine’s director of communications and Office of Communications to highlight the department’s work externally and identify opportunities for collaboration throughout the institution.

Content Creation & Editorial Management: The incumbent writes and edits web copy, short news stories, newsletters, brochures, manuals, email campaigns, social media posts and other digital or printed materials. Ensures all content reflects inclusive language, adheres to UC San Diego’s editorial style guidelines, and maintains stylistic and grammatical consistency. Conduct interviews with faculty, academic leadership, division managers, trainees and staff to gather accurate, compelling stories about education, research and departmental initiatives.

Continuously update the departmental website, expanding the scope of information presented and improving navigation and usability.

Digital Publication: Upgrades the department website to maintain accurate and current program and faculty information, ensures accessibility-standard compliance and…