University of Wisconsin-Madison is a public research university in Madison, Wisconsin and the flagship campus of the University of Wisconsin System. Its academic and research community spans the humanities, sciences, and applied disciplines, with more than $1 billion invested annually in research. The university combines undergraduate and graduate education with community outreach, campus resources, and athletics, guided by the Wisconsin Idea’s focus on public service. Its work also emphasizes diversity, inclusive excellence, and engagement with the wider community.
CLARiTI Research Communications Specialist
Support UW–Madison’s NIH-funded CLARiTI Alzheimer’s research consortium through scientific content, stakeholder communications, newsletters, websites, and donor initiatives.
Description
- Shape communications strategies for the CLARiTI study and related research initiatives
- Oversee communications for the study
- Write, edit, and review scientific and program content
- Create newsletters and website content
- Coordinate communications with participating research sites and partners
- Prepare presentations and materials for scientific and professional audiences
- Support webinars, scientific meetings, conferences, and other study events
- Find ways to share study progress, scientific achievements, resources, and impact
- Sustain engagement across a large national research network
- Manage communications programs, initiatives, and tactical plans from planning through delivery
- Plan editorial content around established goals and objectives
- Work with stakeholders to confirm requests and identify editorial resources
- Lead fundraising initiatives to seek donor support for multi-etiology dementia causes
- Write, edit, and publish content for communications projects and marketing platforms
- Track the reach and effectiveness of communications campaigns, projects, and initiatives
Requirements
- Bring at least three years of professional communications experience in an academic, healthcare, scientific, or research setting
- Have experience developing communications content and strategy
- Have experience managing websites, newsletters, and other digital communications
- Have experience creating presentations and visual materials
- Have experience coordinating communications for meetings, events, and other initiatives
- University sponsorship is unavailable, including sponsorship transfers and TN visas
- Maintain continuous U.S. work eligibility without employer sponsorship
- Provide proof of work authorization and eligibility to work
- Submit a cover letter
- Submit a resume
- Complete a criminal background check if required for employment
- Be prepared for references to be asked about misconduct, including sexual violence and sexual harassment
Benefits
- Generous vacation, holiday, and sick leave
- Competitive insurance plans and savings accounts
- Retirement benefits