Department: Electrical & Computer Engineering

Position Summary:

The Electrical and Computer Engineering communications and events specialist is responsible for establishing, monitoring, and maintaining the department's image and public presence, both digitally and via print. This position will develop and execute communications and marketing strategies for the ECE Department, its affiliated centers and initiatives, and various research groups within the department to achieve the goals and objectives of the communications program. The communications and events specialist will also administer key functions such as operations, events, outreach and communications, and may include support for faculty recruitment. The communications and events specialist will also assist with fundraising activities and support faculty and/or senior staff in building and managing relationships with internal and external entities.

The George R. Brown School of Engineering ranks among the top 20 of undergraduate engineering programs (US News & World Report) and is strongly committed to nurturing the aspirations of faculty, staff and students in an inclusive environment. We seek greater representation of women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans in disciplines in which they have historically been underrepresented; to attract international students from a wider range of countries and backgrounds; to accelerate progress in building a faculty and staff who are diverse in background and thought; and we support an inclusive environment that fosters interaction and understanding within our diverse community.

Position Status: Full-Time

Rice University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with commitment to diversity at all levels, and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.