Work-Study: Student Assistant, Marketing & Communications

Job Posting Title:

Work-Study: Student Assistant, Marketing & Communications

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Hiring Department:

College of Pharmacy

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

10

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FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until May 31, 2026

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

Position Title:
FWS: Student Assistant, Marketing & Communications

About the PhARM Program:
The Pharmacy Addictions Research & Medicine (PhARM) Program addresses systemic barriers, inequities, and stigma related to evidence-based substance use disorder treatment and harm reduction interventions by conducting innovative research and providing education and resources informed by people with lived experience to health professionals, paraprofessionals, academics, and community members.

Purpose:

To serve as a general student assistant to the Program & Communications Manager of the PhARM Program.

Responsibilities:

• Create engaging marketing materials and content (social media posts, flyers, newsletters, website updates, content management, etc.).

• Apply graphic design principles using tools such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, and similar platforms.

• Assist with communication strategies, including email campaign planning and storytelling initiatives.

• Support event promotions and help increase community and professional engagement through creative outreach.

• Collaborate with the team as a creative problem-solver, bringing fresh ideas and bold designs.

• Other projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be able to work between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. (M-F).

• Graphic design experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar tools.

• Familiarity with social media management and digital marketing strategies.

• Knowledge of brand design and accessibility best practices.

• Strong written and visual communicator who can adapt messages for multiple audiences.

• A collaborative spirit and a willingness to experiment and “try stuff out.”

• Creativity and enthusiasm for developing eye-catching, accessible content.

Position Duration:
This is a Fall 2025 - Spring 2026 position. Possibility of position continuing.

Salary range: $10.00 - $15.00/hour, depending on qualifications and experience

Work Shift: 10 hours a week

Working Conditions: Remote/work from home

Required Materials:

• resume

• cover letter

• screenshot of your Federal Work Study Award from the My Financial Aid portal

Contact Information:
Please reach out to Jenny Carrasco, Program & Communications Manager (jenny.carrasco@austin.utexas.edu), for any questions about this position.

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Employment Eligibility:

Please confirm your eligibility for this position here: http://www.utexas.edu/hr/student/student_acad_employment.html

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Retirement Plan Eligibility:

Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form.  You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States.  Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment.  Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.