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Who We Are
Born from a bold experiment that united technical innovation with a deeper understanding of the interplay of technology with humanity, the Cornell Ann S. Bowers College of Computing and Information Science continues to define the new frontier of tech.
Across the growing areas of computer science, information science, and statistics and data science — including artificial intelligence — the community pioneers emerging fields, develops the algorithms that power the information age, and is committed to creatively and thoughtfully exploring technology’s potential to advance our world. Cornell Bowers is home to more than 200 employees who drive our research, teaching, and innovation across campus and beyond.
Learn more about Cornell Bowers’ research and its history.
If you’re excited by the intersection of technology and humanity, you’ll find a meaningful home here.
What You Will Do
As a dual report to the Dean of Cornell Bowers and the Vice President of University Relations, the Assistant Dean of Marketing and Communications of the Cornell Ann S. Bowers College of Computing and Information Science serves as the senior communications strategist responsible for designing, leading, and continuously refining a comprehensive communications strategy that elevates the visibility, reputation, and impact of Cornell Bowers.
The Assistant Dean of Marketing and Communications leads, develops, and oversees a broad communications portfolio — including strategic messaging, digital strategy, stakeholder engagement, marketing, and storytelling — and ensures that the college’s voice is clear, compelling, and aligned with its values and brand promise. The Assistant Dean of Marketing and Communications will provide management, leadership, and direction for communications staff and projects, develop, implement, and continuously refine integrated communication strategies that connect the mission, goals, priorities, and accomplishments of the college to internal and external audiences, and direct and counsel senior leadership on strategic marketing communications related to the college’s academic programs.
Communicators in colleges, schools, and units regularly collaborate with, and consult, University Relations departments. University Relations serves as a partner and resource for all college/unit communicators.
While position responsibilities vary, all people leaders are expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by being trustworthy; respecting all individuals; being flexible; supporting work/life integration as well as healthy boundaries; inviting new ideas, alternatives, and perspectives; speaking up and taking action if others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and recognizing the contributions of others.
What We Need
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Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 7 to 10 years of progressively responsible experience in higher education and communication or a closely related area or equivalent combination of education and experience.
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Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives in a decentralized academic environment.
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Familiarity with compliance requirements affecting communication and global partnerships.
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Proven ability to lead through influence, mobilizing distributed teams and aligning diverse stakeholders around shared institutional goals.
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Ability to operate with delegated authority, exercise sound judgment, and represent institutional priorities to internal and external stakeholders.
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Ability to translate complex policies into clear, actionable guidance that reduces uncertainty for faculty and staff.
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Experience facilitating discussions across diverse academic communities, acknowledging concerns, and building trust.
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Skill in designing or overseeing training, educational resources, and communication strategies that improve institutional compliance.
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Demonstrated skill in understanding cultural differences.
It would be a bonus if you have any of the following:
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Master's degree and ten years plus related experience, preferable in higher education with experience in public relations, communication, journalism, public affairs, or related fields.
Important Notes about Applying
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A cover letter and resume outlining your interest and how your experience and goals align with the potential for mutual success in the role are required for consideration.
- This role requires occasional weekend and evening work.
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There is no visa sponsorship available for this position.
Rewards and Benefits
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This position is located in Ithaca, New York. The position will typically allow for the flexibility to work remotely 1 day per week at a location of employee’s choosing within the United States. The New York Convenience of employer guidelines require New York State individual tax reporting and withholdings for this position. Additional individual state income tax filings may also be required if working temporarily outside New York State.
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Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, and sustainability initiatives.
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Our benefits programs include comprehensive health care options, generous retirement contributions, access to wellness programs, and employee discounts with local and national retail brands. We invite you to follow this link to get more information about our benefits: Understand Your Benefits | Working at Cornell.
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Our leave provisions include three weeks of vacation and 13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1. To offer greater flexibility for observing faiths and traditions we also offer two additional floating holidays. Learn more about our generous leave provisions: Holiday and Accrued Time Off | Working at Cornell
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Cornell's impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, tuition aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program: Education Benefits | Working at Cornell.
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Follow this link to learn more about the Total Rewards of Working at Cornell: Total Rewards.
University Job Title:
Communication Mgr II
Job Family:
Communications/Marketing
Level:
H
Pay Rate Type:
Salary
Pay Range:
$133,840.00 - $163,582.00
Remote Option Availability:
Hybrid
Company:
Endowed
Contact Name:
Daniel Hyland
Contact Email:
[email protected]
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2026-07-10
