Employment Opportunities at the KU Life Span Institute

Open positions

Student roles:

Strategic Communications

Join the KU Life Span Institute strategic communications team. We are seeking three students to work as a multimedia content creation team to increase awareness of our research that improves human health, development and well-being. Students hired for these positions will create materials that promote the work of more than 100 KU scientists pursuing discoveries in areas such as special education, autism, disability policy, community health, child development, substance use and eating disorders. 

A complete application for the positions includes a resume, cover letter, and examples of relevant coursework or employment experience as described below. Application review begins Sept. 5, 2024.

Visual Design Specialist
The Visual Design Specialist will collaborate with staff to communicate research concepts through compelling design and will help illustrate or enhance written material. This position will contribute to various content areas, including photo or art illustrations for social media and news content; printed materials such as brochures, flyers and direct mail; social media e-newsletter layout; and presentation graphics. Review full description and apply.

Research Communications Specialist 
The Research Communications Specialist will collaborate with staff to create written material spanning websites, social media, blogs, and internal news. Content may include brief person profiles, research news articles, highlights of staff achievements, and persuasive copy for marketing and advertising. The Research Communications Specialist may also complete specific, targeted research projects that require gathering and presenting information and options to staff. Review full description and apply.

Multimedia Production Specialist
The Multimedia Production Specialist will collaborate with staff to develop a variety of audio-video content for the Life Span Institute’s social media channels, websites and other digital contexts. Depending on skills and experience, this individual may develop content using video or audio interviews, photography, b-roll and contributed graphics. Review full description and apply.