Knowledge Mobilization Specialist, Community Health Sciences

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 6 months (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.

The Health Equity Hub within the O'Brien Institute for Public Health at the University of Calgary supports health equity scholars to translate research into social change, and to make improvements in service delivery.

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):

• Identifying key research findings of Health Equity Hub members that should be communicated to external stakeholders
• Developing policy briefs, plain language summaries, infographics, media releases and social media campaigns to communicate members' research findings to external stakeholders
• Coordinating meetings between members of the Health Equity Hub and municipal, provincial and federal government officials, representatives from healthcare systems (e.g., Alberta Health Services) and other relevant organizations to communicate research findings
• Administering an annual knowledge mobilization competition for members of the Health Equity Hub
• Developing and executing comprehensive knowledge mobilization programs that communicate members' research findings through multiple channels to increase the reach and impact of members' research
• Planning and executing knowledge mobilization events to communicate findings from members' research (e.g., webinars, research seminars, workshops, deliberative dialogues)
• Coordinating research seminars to train Health Equity Hub members in key knowledge mobilization strategies (e.g., writing op-eds, speaking to the media)

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in public policy, public health or a related field
• Ability to read and correctly interpret research studies and their findings
• Knowledge of public policy, public health, government and healthcare systems
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Creativity
• Excellent writing skills
• Ability to develop policy briefs, research summaries, infographics, media releases and other knowledge mobilization documents to communicate research findings to external stakeholders in a clear and compelling manner
• Ability to create and implement social media campaigns
• Event planning skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Immediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)  

Application Deadline:  October 2, 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 Technical Job Family, Phase 2.

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

UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada's leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.

The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.

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 ([email protected]) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources ([email protected]).

Do you have most but not all the qualifications? Research show that women, racialized and visible minorities, and persons with disabilities are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At UCalgary we are committed to achieving equitable, diverse, inclusive and accessible employment practices and workplaces and encourage you to apply if you believe you are right for this role. 

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.