WCLN Outreach Specialist

The Communicable Disease Division (CDD) of the Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene (WSLH) is seeking a Public Health Educator to support and optimize outreach activities for the WCLN (Wisconsin Clinical Laboratory Network). The WCLN is a unique partnership between WSLH and clinical laboratories, and is one of the most longstanding and robust clinical laboratory networks in the country. Formed to facilitate emergency response, the WCLN has grown and expanded to bridge the gap between clinical and public health throughout Wisconsin focusing on effective exchange of clinical and public health information (emergency preparedness, disease surveillance, diagnostics, etc.), communication, and education. The successful candidate will coordinate WCLN Outreach and lead the Laboratory Technical Advisory Group (LabTAG), deliver educational and conference content to the WCLN (e.g. presentations, teleconferences and webinars), enhance modes of communication between the WSLH and clinical laboratories in Wisconsin, strengthen relationships between the WCLN and the WSLH-CDD through on-site and virtual visits and other modes, create and deliver messages to laboratory and public health partners, and more. This position is on-site at 2601 Agriculture Dr, Madison, WI 53718. Work hours are 7:45 AM - 4:30 PM Monday through Friday. Occasional after hours, weekend or holiday work may be required in support of urgent or emergent public health needs of the organization. Occasional remote work may be considered at the discretion of the hiring manager after successfully passing a period of probation.

WSLH does not sponsor work visas at the time of hire or anytime during employment for this position. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required Employment Eligibility Form I-9.

• Directs grant and grant-funded public health programs and campaigns on established topics. May research, write, and manage grants as needed to support outreach, policies, and programming

• Participates in public health committees as needed - 5%

• Advocates for and disseminates health resources, policies, and safety information with educational materials and programs to appropriate entities to educate the public and health professionals - 30%

• Collects and analyzes data by conducting research to improve public health programs and services - 30%

• Develops materials, resources, and policies that support healthy behaviors and environments and informs, educates, and empowers the campus and community about environmental health and mental health issues - 35%

WSLH - Communicable Disease Division

$52,000/year minimum (Depending on Qualifications)

• Bachelor's Degree in bacteriology, microbiology, MLS (Medical Laboratory Science), or similar allied health science

• Clinical or public health laboratory experience

• Strong ability to work independently and meet deadlines

• MLS(ASCP), MLT (ASCP), or M(ASCP) certification

• Conference or event program management experience

• Strong customer service skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Strong basic computer skills including Microsoft Access, Excel, Power Point Outlook, and Word

• Experience with a variety of platforms, including but not limited to: virtual meeting/learning apps like Teams, Zoom, etc.; podcasting; polling/survey technology; customer and event database management; social media

Bachelor's Degree in bacteriology, microbiology, MLS (Medical Laboratory Science), or similar allied health science

To begin the application process 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 relevant to the position.

If you have questions, you may email hrstaff@slh.wisc.edu or call Dan Makovec, 608-890-1011.

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