Dairy Innovation Hub communications and marketing project assistant

Department Overview:

The Dairy Innovation Hub positions Wisconsin’s dairy community for economic, environmental and social success by advancing science, developing talent and leveraging collaboration at UW–Madison, UW–Platteville and UW–River Falls and throughout the state.

Anticipated Start Date:

July 1, 2025 - Sept. 1, 2025

Anticipated End Date (If Applicable):

 

Remote Work Eligibility Detail:

Partially Remote

 

Anticipated Hours Per Week:

Minimum: 20 Maximum: 20

Schedule:

Work will be conducted on campus, remotely, and off-site (for trainings and special events). Office location will likely be in the Animal Sciences building. Work will be conducted during the traditional M-F, 9-5 framework and will depend on the candidates class schedule as this is a 50% position. ~20 hours per week.

Salary/Wage Range/Lump Sum:

Minimum: $35,636.00 Maximum: $35,636.00

Number of Positions:

1

Qualifications:

Educational or program requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications or related field
• Pursuing a master’s or PhD in Life Sciences Communications, Journalism, Communication Studies – or related field

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

The ideal candidate will be an excellent written communicator, with experience in writing for many venues, have strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Familiarity with animal agriculture and scientific research is desirable. Experience with WordPress (web content management), CRM databases, design software, and Microsoft Outlook a plus.

This is a 50% project assistantship that includes salary, tuition remission, and health insurance. Learn more about salary rate and other offerings on the graduate school website. Work will be conducted on campus, remotely, and off-site (for trainings and special events). Office location will likely be in the Animal Sciences building.

Position Summary/Job Duties:

Duties & Responsibilities:

Social media:
• Contributes to social media content and management. Works with communications assistant to curate social media calendar. Creates unique social content above and beyond that of regularly scheduled social content. Looks for creative ways to leverage Hub content including long and short form video

Writing and editing:
• Writes press releases and original articles, est. 1-3 per month.
o Send releases using Eloqua system
o Leverages eCALS and other UW platforms to post content online
• Proofreads Hub content, such as annual report, press releases, articles, etc.

Email, newsletter, and marketing automation:
• Creates and sends emails in Eloqua in consultation with the program manager and according to PR plans for Hub events and programs
• Sources content, creates and sends Hub quarterly …