Communications Specialist
UW School of Medicine and Public Health, Madison, Wisconsin, us, 53774
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Job Category: Academic Staff
Employment Type: Regular
Job Profile: Communications Specialist
Job Summary As part of the UW Department of Radiology’s communications team, the communications specialist will join the communications manager, another communications specialist, and a web operations manager in creating compelling content for a variety of external and internal audiences. Primary responsibilities include writing articles that translate complex scientific and clinical work into effective narratives; developing monthly newsletters and slides for internal communications; working with subject matter experts on effective web content; contributing to web strategy and editorial planning; and maintaining a social media presence. A successful candidate will be a motivated, detail-oriented, and creative professional who can collaborate with stakeholders while independently managing multiple concurrent projects. We seek someone enthusiastic about learning about radiology and dedicated to growing as a communications professional.
This position may require some work to be performed in‑person, on campus. Some work may be performed remotely.
Successful candidates will address the following knowledge, skills, and abilities in their cover letter:
Self‑directed work style; effective in both independent and collaborative environments.
Strong planning and organizational abilities with excellent attention to detail and effective time‑management skills.
Critical‑thinking abilities, a strategic mindset, and the ability to identify action steps.
Strong interpersonal and customer‑service skills with the ability to foster effective working relationships.
Key Job Responsibilities
Monitors reach and effectiveness of communication campaigns, projects, and initiatives.
Plans editorial content according to established goals and objectives.
Communicates with stakeholders to verify requests and identify editorial resources.
Manages web content, designs layout of specific pages, and ensures accessibility.
Writes, edits, and publishes content for various communication projects and marketing platforms to align with strategic initiatives and established communication campaigns.
Provides project management and execution of communications programs, initiatives, and tactical plans.
Develops visual content for web, social media, and other channels.
Department School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Radiology
About UW Radiology and UW Health The University of Wisconsin Department of Radiology, in partnership with UW Health, has been at the forefront of clinical care, imaging research, and education for nearly a century. Since its inception on May 18, 1927—when Dr. Ernst Pohle was appointed as the first professor of Radiology—the department has grown to more than 160 faculty members across 14 specialized sections, serving as a key pillar of UW Health’s world‑class medical enterprise.
What Sets Us Apart:
Collaborative Excellence: Strong partnerships with UW Health, Medical Physics, and leading equipment vendors drive continuous advancements in imaging.
Cutting‑Edge Technology: We utilize state‑of‑the‑art imaging in CT, MR, PET/CT, PET/MR, angiography, ultrasound, PACS, and AI‑driven medical imaging.
Robust Research Infrastructure: Dedicated support for grant writing, media specialists, research nurses, technologists, and data managers enhances investigative success.
Premier Imaging Facilities: The WIMR Imaging Sciences Center offers 60,000 square feet of advanced imaging space, including MRI, PET/MRI, PET/CT, CT, ultrasound, angiography, cyclotron, radiopharmaceutical production, and comprehensive small animal imaging technologies.
Together, UW Radiology and UW Health are committed to advancing human health through groundbreaking clinical care, pioneering research, and excellence in education. We foster a respectful, adaptive, and accountable environment—one that prioritizes innovation while serving the needs of all patients, including underserved populations.
Visit our official website to learn more about our work and opportunities.
Compensation The starting salary for the position is $60,000; negotiable based on experience and qualifications. An employee in this position can expect benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurance and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Information can be found at https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/.
Required Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years of experience in communications, marketing, or related field.
Minimum of 1 year of professional writing experience.
Minimum of 1 year of experience coordinating and prioritizing multiple simultaneous projects involving various stakeholders.
Experience managing web content, preferably using WordPress, with a focus on digital accessibility.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in higher education, health care, or related field.
Education Bachelor's Degree in communications, journalism, marketing, or related field preferred.
How to Apply To apply for this position, please click on the "I am a current employee" button or "I am not a current employee" button under Apply Now. You will be prompted to upload the following documents:
Cover Letter
Resume
Please note there is only one attachment field. Upload all documents (cover letter and resume) in the attachment field. Applicants are to submit a cover letter and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the required and preferred qualifications referenced. The application reviewers will rely on written materials to determine which qualified applicants advance. Selected applicants will be notified to participate further. References will be requested of final candidates. All applicants will be notified after the search is complete and a candidate has been selected.
University sponsorship is not available for this position. The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring continuous eligibility to work in the United States on or before the effective date of appointment.
Contact Information: Jen Cole, jen.cole@wisc.edu, 608‑890‑3371
Institutional Statement on Diversity Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW‑Madison. We value contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinions enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity. The University of Wisconsin‑Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, visit the HR Workplace Poster website.
To request a disability or pregnancy‑related accommodation for any step in the hiring process, contact the Divisional Disability Representative (DDR) in the division you are applying to. Employment may require a criminal background check and references to answer questions regarding misconduct, including sexual violence and sexual harassment. The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal identities of applicants who request confidentiality, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released.
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Job Category: Academic Staff
Employment Type: Regular
Job Profile: Communications Specialist
Job Summary As part of the UW Department of Radiology’s communications team, the communications specialist will join the communications manager, another communications specialist, and a web operations manager in creating compelling content for a variety of external and internal audiences. Primary responsibilities include writing articles that translate complex scientific and clinical work into effective narratives; developing monthly newsletters and slides for internal communications; working with subject matter experts on effective web content; contributing to web strategy and editorial planning; and maintaining a social media presence. A successful candidate will be a motivated, detail-oriented, and creative professional who can collaborate with stakeholders while independently managing multiple concurrent projects. We seek someone enthusiastic about learning about radiology and dedicated to growing as a communications professional.
This position may require some work to be performed in‑person, on campus. Some work may be performed remotely.
Successful candidates will address the following knowledge, skills, and abilities in their cover letter:
Self‑directed work style; effective in both independent and collaborative environments.
Strong planning and organizational abilities with excellent attention to detail and effective time‑management skills.
Critical‑thinking abilities, a strategic mindset, and the ability to identify action steps.
Strong interpersonal and customer‑service skills with the ability to foster effective working relationships.
Key Job Responsibilities
Monitors reach and effectiveness of communication campaigns, projects, and initiatives.
Plans editorial content according to established goals and objectives.
Communicates with stakeholders to verify requests and identify editorial resources.
Manages web content, designs layout of specific pages, and ensures accessibility.
Writes, edits, and publishes content for various communication projects and marketing platforms to align with strategic initiatives and established communication campaigns.
Provides project management and execution of communications programs, initiatives, and tactical plans.
Develops visual content for web, social media, and other channels.
Department School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Radiology
About UW Radiology and UW Health The University of Wisconsin Department of Radiology, in partnership with UW Health, has been at the forefront of clinical care, imaging research, and education for nearly a century. Since its inception on May 18, 1927—when Dr. Ernst Pohle was appointed as the first professor of Radiology—the department has grown to more than 160 faculty members across 14 specialized sections, serving as a key pillar of UW Health’s world‑class medical enterprise.
What Sets Us Apart:
Collaborative Excellence: Strong partnerships with UW Health, Medical Physics, and leading equipment vendors drive continuous advancements in imaging.
Cutting‑Edge Technology: We utilize state‑of‑the‑art imaging in CT, MR, PET/CT, PET/MR, angiography, ultrasound, PACS, and AI‑driven medical imaging.
Robust Research Infrastructure: Dedicated support for grant writing, media specialists, research nurses, technologists, and data managers enhances investigative success.
Premier Imaging Facilities: The WIMR Imaging Sciences Center offers 60,000 square feet of advanced imaging space, including MRI, PET/MRI, PET/CT, CT, ultrasound, angiography, cyclotron, radiopharmaceutical production, and comprehensive small animal imaging technologies.
Together, UW Radiology and UW Health are committed to advancing human health through groundbreaking clinical care, pioneering research, and excellence in education. We foster a respectful, adaptive, and accountable environment—one that prioritizes innovation while serving the needs of all patients, including underserved populations.
Visit our official website to learn more about our work and opportunities.
Compensation The starting salary for the position is $60,000; negotiable based on experience and qualifications. An employee in this position can expect benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurance and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Information can be found at https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/.
Required Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years of experience in communications, marketing, or related field.
Minimum of 1 year of professional writing experience.
Minimum of 1 year of experience coordinating and prioritizing multiple simultaneous projects involving various stakeholders.
Experience managing web content, preferably using WordPress, with a focus on digital accessibility.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in higher education, health care, or related field.
Education Bachelor's Degree in communications, journalism, marketing, or related field preferred.
How to Apply To apply for this position, please click on the "I am a current employee" button or "I am not a current employee" button under Apply Now. You will be prompted to upload the following documents:
Cover Letter
Resume
Please note there is only one attachment field. Upload all documents (cover letter and resume) in the attachment field. Applicants are to submit a cover letter and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the required and preferred qualifications referenced. The application reviewers will rely on written materials to determine which qualified applicants advance. Selected applicants will be notified to participate further. References will be requested of final candidates. All applicants will be notified after the search is complete and a candidate has been selected.
University sponsorship is not available for this position. The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring continuous eligibility to work in the United States on or before the effective date of appointment.
Contact Information: Jen Cole, jen.cole@wisc.edu, 608‑890‑3371
Institutional Statement on Diversity Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW‑Madison. We value contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinions enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity. The University of Wisconsin‑Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, visit the HR Workplace Poster website.
To request a disability or pregnancy‑related accommodation for any step in the hiring process, contact the Divisional Disability Representative (DDR) in the division you are applying to. Employment may require a criminal background check and references to answer questions regarding misconduct, including sexual violence and sexual harassment. The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal identities of applicants who request confidentiality, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released.
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