Communications Specialist

Job Summary:
Since its establishment in 1927, the Department of Radiology has been committed to the advancement of human health through innovation in imaging and image-guided therapies and made enormous impacts on patient care, research, and education. The Department and field is evolving at a rapid pace and provides a rich source of content to communicate.

The Communications Specialist will primarily be responsible for developing compelling content for a variety of channels to highlight the Department of Radiology's accomplishments for both internal and external audiences. Responsibilities include: developing editorial plans; writing articles that translate the complex scientific and clinical work into effective narratives; collaborating with Communications Manager on strategy for public website and intranet to ensure optimal user experience; working with subject matter experts on web content; and building and maintaining a presence on social media.

This position will report to the Communications Manager and work with the Vice Chair of Communications. A successful candidate will have a high level of accuracy and organization, demonstrated ability to collaborate with a range of stakeholders, enthusiasm for learning about radiology, and dedication to growing as a communications professional.

Responsibilities: Develops and drafts communication content and assists in the execution of the communications strategy in support of unit communication goals.

• 10% Monitors reach and effectiveness of communication campaigns, projects, and initiatives
• 15% Plans editorial content according to established goals and objects
• 10% Communicates with stakeholders to verify requests and identify editorial resources
• 35% Writes, edits, and publishes content for various communication projects and marketing platforms to align with strategic initiatives and established communication campaigns
• 10% Provides project management and execution of communications programs, initiatives, and tactical plans
• 15% Develops web content, assesses navigation flow, and designs layout of specific pages
• 5% Designs visual content for web, social media and other channels

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Education:
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree
Preferred focus in communications, marketing, journalism, or related field OR equivalent level of experience in communications, health education, English, science writing, or related field.
Qualifications:
Required
- Experience in communications (internship or professional experience)
- Strong written and verbal communications skills

Preferred
- Ability to interview experts and translate complex health and science information into plain language
- Knowledge of Associated Press Style
- Experience with developing new and/or maintaining websites with a focus on content, layout, digital accessibility and overall user experience
- Familiarity with content generation, analytics tracking, and audience building in social media
- Experience with web content management systems, e-mail marketing software, graphics software and/or social media platforms/management tools
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 $60,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
The starting salary for the position is $60,000 but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at (https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/).
Additional Information:
The department will not be able to support a request for a J-1 waiver. If you choose to pursue a waiver and apply for our position, neither the UW nor UWMF will reimburse you for your legal or waiver fees.

University sponsorship is not available for this position, including transfers of sponsorship. The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring their continuous eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.
How to Apply:
To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button. You will be asked to upload a current resume/CV and a cover letter briefly describing your qualifications and experience.

Contact:
Amanda Joncas
ajoncas@wisc.edu
608-262-2716
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title:
Communications Specialist(CM004)
Department(s):
A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/RADIOLOGY/RADIOLOGY
Employment Class:
Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number:
301155-AS