Publisher Assistant Jobs in Utah (NOW HIRING)

Announcement
Details
Open Date
06/09/2026
Requisition Number
PRN17138N
Job Title
Administrative Assistants
Working Title
Publishing and Research Communication Intern
Career Progression Track
S00
Track Level
S1 - Entry Level Support
FLSA Code
Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No
Type
Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary?
Yes
Standard Hours per Week
19
Full Time or Part Time?
Part Time
Shift
Day
Work Schedule Summary
Monday - Friday
Is this a work study job?
No
VP Area
U of U Health - Academics
Department
01759 - PUBLISHING
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
$18.00 - $19.00
Close Date
06/16/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
The Publishing and Research Communications teams, both part of U of U Health's Marketing and Communications Department, are looking for an assistant to support in content creating, publication, and asset acquisition. The majority of the teams' work is focused on content strategy and digital storytelling to varied audiences that are internal and external to the university.
This is a position where an ideal candidate would have many of the qualifications listed below, but also has the interest and potential to learn new skills and platforms they may not have experience in.
* Please see Special Instructions *
Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
• Write, edit, and proofread employee profiles and stories illustrating research impact.
• Assist with web content publishing, updates, and revisions.
• Assist with content promotion on social media.
• Assist with events and photo/video shoots.
• Follow guidelines for content strategy and editorial processes.
• Collaborate with other departments including internal communications, PR, clinical marketing, web, etc. on an as-needed basis.
• Various office tasks including emails, organization, administration.
Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Administrative Assistants, I: Requires little to no related experience.
Preferences
• Experience with writing, editing and proofreading.
• Experience in the content publishing process (interviewing, research, writing, and editing).
• Experience with content management systems and email marketing platforms such as Acquia, Emma, Sprout Social, and Campaign Studio.
• Working knowledge of project tracking tools like Asana, etc.
Special Instructions Summary
This position is for a 12 weeks. The employment will end 12 weeks after start date.
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
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