Dear HSG Community,
In the coming months, we aim to expand the Communications Working Group by adding a new Communications Chair and one general member. The purpose of the Communications Working Group is to facilitate communication with both the HSG and broader scientific communities. We strive to provide updates on our progress, information about upcoming events, opportunities for involvement in the HSG working groups/meetings, and other news.
Role of Communications Working Group Members
Communications working group members have the opportunity to support these efforts by writing and disseminating educational information about hippocampal subfields and the MTL on our social media platforms (e.g., X, BlueSky, and YouTube), other communication outlets (e.g., podcast/interview style videos and yearly newsletters), and our website which currently serves as the main hub of information about our group, its activities, members, structure, etc. Working group members are also welcome to suggest additional ways to connect and communicate with the HSG community.
Participation in this HSG working group is ideal for those interested in developing science communication skills. If you are interested in learning more or participating, please email hippocampalsubfieldsgroup@gmail.com by December 1st. For specific details for the Communications Chair position, please see the detailed description below.
Become Our New Communications Chair
Role Description
The Communications Chair will provide leadership and strategic direction for HSG’s communication efforts. Responsibilities include:
- Website Oversight
- Overseeing the maintenance of the HSG website
- Coordination of Communications Platforms
- Overseeing communication across multiple media platforms, including:
- Newsletters
- Compiling annual summary updates about group progress and forthcoming opportunities, distributed through the listserv and website.
- Managing HSG membership
- Responding to member emails and distributing updates via the listserv.
- Managing membership requests for the HSG listserv.
- Outreach and Growth
- Developing new opportunities and channels for outreach and/or growing existing platforms.
Division of Labor and Time Commitment
The Communications Chair will not necessarily carry out all communication tasks directly but will provide overall coordination and leadership. They will collaborate with other HSG members, identify guest contributors for social media content, and help promote online or in-person HSG-related events.
The Communications Chair is a de facto member of the HSG Executive Steering Committee, which meets virtually for one hour each month. The overall time commitment will vary throughout the year (e.g., more time when organizing webinar series), averaging approximately 8 hours per month.
Desired Qualifications and Experience:
- Organized and detail-oriented - Experienced in science communication
- Familiarity with WordPress or other website design tools
- Extensive experience with BlueSky, X, YouTube and/or other social media platforms
- Postdoc level or beyond preferred
Become a general member
We are also looking to expand the working group with one additional member. Estimated time commitment is 2 hours per month. The tasks are flexible and are listed under ‘Role of Communications Working Group Members’. Individuals from all career levels are welcome to apply.
How to Apply:
If you would like to apply for this position, please send the following to hippocampalsubfieldsgroup@gmail.com:
– First Name
– Last Name
– Email address
– Current position (e.g. post-doc, assistant professor)
– Affiliation (current institution)
– Statement of relevant experience (150 words max)
– Short CV (5 pages max)
Application deadline: December 1st
Thank you very much for your interest in supporting the HSG Communications Working Group!