Communications Specialist II

<p><strong>Turn groundbreaking science into stories that move people.</strong></p><p><br /></p><p>The <strong>University of Rochester’s Laboratory for Laser Energetics (LLE)</strong> is seeking a <strong>Communications Specialist II</strong> to help tell the story of some of the most advanced research taking place in the world of high-energy-density physics, laser science, fusion research, and national scientific innovation.</p><p><br /></p><p>Located in Rochester, NY, LLE is home to the <strong>OMEGA Laser Facility</strong>, one of the world’s leading high-power laser research facilities. Our work brings together scientists, engineers, students, technical experts, and research partners to explore fundamental questions in physics and advance technologies with far-reaching scientific implications.</p><p><br /></p><p>We’re looking for a communicator who can step comfortably between the laboratory, the research community, University leadership, external partners, funding agencies, and the public — translating complex scientific work into clear, compelling stories.</p><p><br /></p><p>What you’ll do</p><p>• Develop strategic communications that advance LLE’s scientific mission and priorities</p><p>• Identify and develop compelling stories about research, people, discoveries, and impact</p><p>• Interview scientists, engineers, students, technical staff, and leadership and turn their work into engaging narratives</p><p>• Translate highly technical and scientific concepts for both expert and nontechnical audiences</p><p>• Create content for websites, publications, email campaigns, social media, and other communications channels</p><p>• Develop messaging tailored to audiences ranging from researchers and collaborators to funding agencies and elected officials</p><p>• Collaborate with scientists, program leaders, creative professionals, web teams, and University partners</p><p>• Help ensure that LLE’s communications are accurate, polished, consistent, and aligned with University standards</p><p>• Build relationships across LLE and the broader University community to support major communications initiatives</p><p><br /></p><p>Who you are</p><p><br /></p><p>You’re an accomplished communicator who enjoys learning how things work — and then figuring out how to explain them in a way that makes other people care.</p><p>You can interview a scientist about highly specialized research, identify the story within the science, and communicate its significance without sacrificing accuracy. You’re equally comfortable writing for a scientific audience, a University audience, or someone encountering the research for the first time.</p><p><br /></p><p>A <strong>bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience</strong> are required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.</p><p><br /></p><p>Experience communicating science, engineering, technology, research, higher education, or other complex technical subjects is highly relevant.</p><p><br /></p><p>Why LLE?</p><p><br /></p><p>At LLE, communications isn’t simply about promoting an organization. It’s about helping people understand <strong>why the science matters</strong>.</p><p><br /></p><p>You’ll work alongside researchers and technical experts whose work spans laser science, fusion, high-energy-density physics, and related fields — and you’ll have the opportunity to bring that work to audiences far beyond the laboratory.</p><p><br /></p><p>If you’re a strong writer, a curious interviewer, a thoughtful storyteller, and someone who enjoys turning complex ideas into compelling narratives, we’d like to hear from you.</p><p><br /></p><p>📍 <strong>Rochester, New York</strong></p><p>🏛️ <strong>University of Rochester — Laboratory for Laser Energetics</strong></p><p>💼 <strong>Full-time | Regular</strong></p><p>💰 <strong>$61,000–$85,400</strong></p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Join a team where the science is extraordinary — and help tell the world why.</strong></p><p>#Hiring #Communications #ScienceCommunications #ScienceWriting #TechnicalWriting #HigherEducation #Research #Physics #FusionEnergy #LaserScience #RochesterNY #UniversityOfRochester #LLE #STEMCareers</p>