Temporary Communications Professional

Job Summary:

The Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome (Crnic Institute) is seeking a Communications Professional with the ability to self-execute in diverse disciplines, including marketing, communications, and business administration. These disciplines will incorporate various skills such as content development, writing, graphic design, audience engagement, tracking and analysis of outcomes, project management, and compliance. While specific job responsibilities will vary depending on the current needs of both departments.

Communications 85%25:

• Update website content, including regularly publishing updates to news and events and developing new content to reach, educate, and engage audiences.
• Assist with coordinating communications for activities, including scientific talks, webinars, affiliate meetings, recruitment or community events, etc.
• Organize information and create regular emails for research and events updates.
• Maintain and update distribution lists for email and other forms of communication, including internal and external teams and affiliate members.
• Produce copy, stories, and/or video for a range of print and interactive projects including posters, advertisements, direct mail, corporate identity pieces, landing page design, email blasts and web graphics.
• Collaborate with designers, writers and/or public relations specialists in developing communications concepts and stories.
• Work within established branding standards for Crnic Institute and the University of Colorado.
• Manage own project workflow while coordinating with project teams and management on schedules, assignments, requirements, and goals as needed.
• Help to ensure successful representation of departmental brands across media, through knowledge of brand standards, design templates and systems architecture.

Administrative Support 15%25:

• General administrative office support as needed, such as the following, but not limited to: calendaring, taking minutes, fielding inquiries, creating documents, filing, copy, distributing mail, replying to calls and emails, etc.

Work Location:

Remote – this role is eligible to work remotely, but the employee must be in the United States.

Why Join Us:

The Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome is the largest academic home for Down syndrome research. The Crnic Institute collaborates with prominent scientists and leaders around the globe to enable precision medicine approaches to improve health outcomes in Down syndrome. Learn more at: https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/linda-crnic-institute.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

A bachelor’s degree in marketing, journalism, public relations, communications, business administration, business, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.

Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience in Constant Contact or other email management system
• Experience with design programs such as Canva or Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience with basic video editing
• Experience in social media management

Competencies: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Outstanding customer service skills.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1.     A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2.     Curriculum vitae / Resume

3.     Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Dillon McMurphy at dillon.mcmurphy@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by July 15, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The hiring range for this position has been established at: $24.00 to $35.00 / hour.  The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. Temporary employees are only eligible for sick leave benefits. 

Equal 
Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu​.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.