Writer

The Department of Medicine, Administration Division, is currently recruiting a Writer.

Benefits:

Exempt Regular UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job). UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.

Primary Duties:

Gather, write, and organize information for newsletters and other research and public information materials, including University website. Assists in organizing, formatting, writing, editing, and proofreading stories for publication. Organizes and maintains files on assigned materials. May help, create, and maintain website for department. Provide administrative support including assisting in the establishment and maintenance of budgets; participating in the development of conferences. Assist in the establishment and maintenance of budgets. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Education:

Bachelor's degree in related field, such as English, communications, or journalism.

Experience:

One (1) year of experience in writing and editing documents. Demonstrated experience with writing and editing documents is strongly preferred.

Supervisory Experience:

N/A Certification/Licensure:

N/A Other:

Related experience may be substituted for education.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

Hiring Range:

$57,000 - $67,000, Commensurate with education and experience UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification. If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact leave_and_accom@umaryland.edu Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more information.

Job :

Reg or CII Exempt Staff - E2913

C Employee Class :

Exempt Regular Full Time/Part Time :

Full-Time Shift :

Day Job Financial Disclosure :

No Organization :

School of Medicine -

Department of Medicine Job Posting :

Apr 15, 2026

Unposting Date :

Apr 29, 2026, 10:59:00 PM