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Content Marketing Writer
Salary is determined based on experience and the Foundation’s structured pay bands, which include steps for growth and performance. Please see the “Pay” section for more details.
Priority Application Deadline
April 29, 2026
FLSA Status
Exempt
Starting Salary
$66,826 - $76,850 (Step I - Step II)
Work Location
Hybrid
About the Position
The Content Marketing Writer plays a key role in supporting the OHSU Foundation’s mission through a range of fundraising‑focused content, stories and collateral materials. In this role, you’ll develop messaging platforms and create content across a wide range of deliverables, including emails, newsletters, campaigns, impact reports, donor updates, event materials, and advertising or marketing copy.
You’ll collaborate closely with partners across the Foundation’s communications and development teams, as well as our partners at OHSU, to support key philanthropic initiatives and illustrate the impact of giving on OHSU’s missions.
What You’ll Be Doing
DEVELOPING DONOR-FOCUSED COMMUNICATIONS
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You’ll create thoughtful, donor‑centered communications that support fundraising priorities across the full donor journey, from solicitation through stewardship.
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You’ll partner closely with Foundation communications, leadership and OHSU to develop materials that inspire giving, demonstrate impact and connect donors to the mission in meaningful ways.
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You’ll develop cases for support, pitch decks and other donor materials that move fundraising strategies forward.
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You’ll craft clear, compelling messages that communicate need, impact and a strong call to action.
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You’ll help shape campaign messaging, including themes, taglines and narrative concepts, and write copy for fundraising campaigns and giving day efforts.
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You’ll write impact‑driven content such as donor spotlights, patient stories and faculty profiles across web, email, social and development channels.
LEAD COPYWRITING
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You’ll lead copywriting for donor‑focused email communications, partnering across teams to plan, write and optimize outreach.
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You’ll own and drive the Foundation newsletter
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You’ll ensure email communications are thoughtfully coordinated and aligned across audience segmentation, cadence and the overall user experience.
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You’ll collaborate with web and cross‑functional teams to maintain brand consistency and cohesive messaging across email, landing pages and the donation experience.
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You’ll use analytics and performance insights to continually improve subject lines, messaging and engagement.
PRIMARY WRITER FOR MAJOR EVENT COLLATERAL
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You’ll write copy for major and special events, including speaker bios, program copy and landing pages or event listings.
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You’ll develop scripts and talking points for key speakers, presenters and moderators, as needed.
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You’ll create promotional content for event ads, social posts and owned channels.
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You’ll support the development of event assets such as signage, programs, agendas and exhibit materials.
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You’ll translate event objectives and themes into clear, engaging messaging.
Who You Are
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You’re a strong writer and editor with a proven ability to create persuasive content for a variety of audiences and purposes.
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You’re comfortable interviewing faculty as well as medical, scientific and research professionals, and you know how to translate complex health and science topics into clear, engaging language for a general audience.
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You bring strong project management skills, with the ability to organize your time, set priorities and manage multiple tasks at once without things slipping through the cracks.
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You have exceptional attention to detail and take pride in delivering high‑quality work, even when balancing competing deadlines.
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You’re able to work independently, but you also thrive in collaborative environments and value partnership and shared problem‑solving.
You should have
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You bring at least three years of professional experience in communications, journalism or a related field, with a strong foundation in writing, editing and storytelling.
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You’re experienced with taking complex ideas and translating them into accessible, compelling content for a wide range of audiences.
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We want to emphasize that there is no such thing as the perfect candidate; candidates who do not have all of the required experience are encouraged to apply.
Working Conditions
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Majority of work can be conducted hybrid
- Onsite work as needed for team meetings, team and organizational retreats
Pay
Salary is dependent on experience. Each salary band is broken into three "steps," which correspond with an employee’s experience/tenure, proficiency and performance in that specific role. New employees will typically start at step I of our pay band to allow for later growth, although more experienced candidates may be eligible to start at step II or III. The OHSU Foundation has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity.
Benefits
The OHSU Foundation also offers an exceptional benefits package including:
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Comprehensive medical and dental insurance.
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Pension program (The Foundation contributes 12% of your annual salary to a pension);
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22 days of paid vacation, 11 paid holidays, 1 float holiday and 2 days of volunteer time off;
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Professional development dollars for each employee;
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Hybrid work allowance and much more!
Plus, we have a flexible work environment for those who prefer a hybrid work schedule, and we close early on Fridays during the summer. Want to learn more about our other amazing benefits? Check out our benefits page to learn more about our benefits.
Please note that benefits may vary for employees residing outside of Oregon, Washington, Arkansas, Alaska and Arizona, and Nevada due to state-specific regulations and coverage differences. Employees located outside of these states may be required to work through a Professional Employer Organization (PEO).
Our Core Values
If you require support or reasonable accommodation during the application or recruitment process, please submit a request through our Accommodation Request Form.
The OHSU Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The OHSU Foundation is committed to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization. In keeping with our beliefs and values, no applicant will face discrimination or harassment on the basis of any protected class status, including color, age, current or future military status, disability (physical or mental), gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
The OHSU Foundation, as required by law, is making available a copy of Employee Rights and Responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
The OHSU Foundation participates in E-Verify. By law we are required to make available the Notice of E-Verify Participation and the Right to Work.
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