Knowledge Mobilization Specialist, Community Health Sciences

2 weeks ago


Calgary, Alberta, Canada University of Calgary Full time

Description

The Department of Community Health Sciences in the Cumming School of Medicine invites applications for a Knowledge Mobilization Specialist. This Fixed Term Recurring Part-time position is for approximately 4months (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.

Reporting to the Principal Investigator.

Recurring Part-time employees are hourly employees engaged to perform work on an irregular schedule.

Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

  • Lead academic knowledge mobilization strategy for national research team
  • Conceptualize data analysis plans and manuscript development for publication in peer-reviewed journals
  • Coach, mentor, and train other staff and students in participatory research methods, how to conduct literature reviews, and academic knowledge mobilization. May also act as an in-scope supervisor
  • Oversee manuscript submission and revision process, including independently develop manuscript outlines and draft written work
  • Coordinate with Statistical Analyst to obtain relevant results, delegate work to junior team members, and collaborate with the larger research team

Qualifications / Requirements:

  • Master's degree in community health, social work, education, or other relevant social science discipline
  • 5+ years of related experience and completion of post-secondary education in relevant field
  • Lead manuscript development and collaborate with other members of the team
  • Advanced understanding of participatory research methods including community-based participatory research and patient-oriented research
  • Intermediate understanding of Canadian research funding landscape and mechanisms
  • Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint); Internet skills
  • Provide technical support for other team members related to qualitative data analysis and knowledge mobilization including NVivo and Dedoose
  • Experience coordinating a team of research assistants in working towards concrete deliverables
  • Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Advanced academic writing skills
  • Knowledge of research ethics and regulations for granting agencies (eg. Tri Council)

Application Deadline: May 10, 2024

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.

This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Specialist/Advisor Job Family, Phase 3.

For a listing of all management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Management and Staff Careers website.

About the University of Calgary

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As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion ) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources ).

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