School of Nursing

University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

The LDA Marketing Assistant will join the grants team led by the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga School of Nursing which serves both the INDEED (Intrastate Network to Deliver Equity and Eliminate Disparities) and ROAD MAP (Rural Health and Older ADult Interprofessional Mobile HeAlth Program) initiatives.

INDEED is an initiative that empowers faith and religious leaders and volunteers to care for older adults and caregivers in their congregations and neighborhoods. ROAD MAP is an initiative that assists older adults living in rural Tennessee counties who are at a higher risk for developing chronic diseases, cognitive disorders, and poor health outcomes due to a lack of access to health care, continuity of treatment and resources.

The position will provide marketing support while gaining valuable hands-on experience. Some travel for training and grant activity may be required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

General Marketing Support

Experience with creating and posting social media content in a variety of platforms; conduct research to gather data for marketing campaigns and initiatives; assist with organizing and executing marketing campaigns and promotions; provide administrative support to the marketing team as needed; and work with vendors on videos and other special projects.

Graphic Design

Create engaging infographics, flyers, invitations, and other marketing collateral using design software like Adobe Creative Suite; and ensure brand consistency and adherence to style guidelines across all design projects and marketing materials

Website Management

Design and update website content using the content management system (CMS); optimize website images, graphics, and multimedia elements; and assist with basic website maintenance and troubleshooting.

Event Promotion

Assist with promoting events through email campaigns, social media, and other channels; design promotional materials like banners, signage, and programs for events; and work with any event-related vendors as needed.

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop)

• Basic understanding of web design principles and content management systems

• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Creativity and a passion for design and marketing

This position is a Limited Duration Appointment (LDA).

A Limited Duration Appointment (LDA) is a form of regular employment for a specific project or for a limited period. An LDA may be established for up to one year with an option to renew the appointment annually for a maximum of three years. Please note that this position may be converted to a permanent position prior to or at the conclusion of three years, funding dependent.

Review of applications will begin September 24, 2024 and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by this date will receive priority consideration.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications or a related field; and bilingual in Spanish and English.

The University of Tennessee Chattanooga is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.