Job Summary:
The Department of Urology at the School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH) is seeking an individual to provide day-to-day operational support to Dr. Kristina Penniston, PI and Co-Investigator of U24 Urology Interactions Core.
SMPH is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged.
Responsibilities: Develops and drafts communication content and assists in the execution of the communications strategy in support of unit communication goals.
- 25% Monitors reach and effectiveness of communication campaigns, projects, and initiatives
- 20% Plans editorial content according to established goals and objects
- 20% Communicates with stakeholders to verify requests and identify editorial resources
- 20% Writes, edits, and publishes content for various communication projects and marketing platforms to align with strategic initiatives and established communication campaigns
- 15% Provides project management and execution of communications programs, initiatives, and tactical plans
Institutional Statement on Diversity:
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background – people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion
Education:
Preferred
Master’s Degree
Desired specialization may include biology, nutritional science, statistics, data or computer science, math, or communications.
Qualifications:
Required:
o Prior experience in research or biomedical setting required.
o Prior experience with managing organizational communications and analytics required.
o Expertise in study design, including identifying appropriate outcomes and metrics for evaluation
o Expertise with using various social media platforms for promoting organizations
o Expertise in Google analytics and other platforms (e.g., Zoho, HopperHQ, etc.)
o Expertise with WordPress or similar website content management software
o Knowledge of scientific literature regarding use of social media in science
o Excellent spelling, punctuation, and grammar skills
o Excellent organizational and management abilities
o Excellent time management and attention to detail
o Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Qualtrics, and REDCap
o Proficiency in using PubMed, Scopus, and other abstract/citation databases
o Strong writing and oral communication skills
Preferred:
o Experience with scientific writing, submitting manuscripts
o Experience in collaborative, multidisciplinary teams consisting of researchers, clinicians, administrators, and support staff
Work Type:
Full Time: 100%
This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration:
Ongoing/Renewable
Salary:
Minimum $42,600 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at (https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/)
Additional Information:
The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position.
How to Apply:
To apply for this position, please click on the “Apply Now” button. You will be asked to upload a current resume, a cover letter briefly describing how you meet the minimum/preferred qualifications for the position, and a document listing contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notice.
At UW School of Medicine and Public Health, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply.
The Department of Urology and the University of Wisconsin-Madison are committed to fostering diversity. We encourage applications from potential candidates of all race, class, gender, sexuality, ability, nationality, religion, and other group identities; and we encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Contact:
Tia Seguin
tia.seguin@wisc.edu
608-263-3731
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title:
Communications Specialist(CM004)
Department(s):
A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/UROLOGY/UROLOGY
Employment Class:
Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number:
279757-AS