Engagement Specialist for Community Research

2 months ago


Richmond, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time
Position Title: Community-Engaged Research and Training Specialist

Job Overview:
The Division of Community Engagement is seeking a dedicated Community-Engaged Research and Training Specialist. This role is essential in promoting community-engaged research initiatives. The focus is on harmonizing the research aspirations of both the Commonwealth of Virginia and its community collaborators, while also enhancing the capabilities of researchers and students to tackle societal issues through community-focused research methodologies.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Policy Development: Formulate and execute strategies that foster impactful community-engaged research.
  • Curriculum Design: Create specialized training programs aimed at both the academic community and local partners, emphasizing engaged research practices that address regional needs, particularly in social determinants of health.
  • Capacity Building: Aim to significantly boost the number of skilled personnel, students, and faculty proficient in community-engaged research.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with various research units to ensure faculty, students, and staff receive the necessary training and resources to excel in community-engaged research.

Qualifications:
  • Educational Requirement: A Ph.D. in a relevant discipline such as social sciences, public health, or education.
  • Experience: Proven background in curriculum development and training focused on community-engaged research methods.
  • Research Proficiency: Demonstrated success in community-engaged research, including obtaining grants from reputable funding agencies.
  • Community Interaction: Experience in aligning academic research with community needs.
  • Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal skills to effectively support faculty, students, and community stakeholders.
  • Leadership: Ability to guide and mentor others in community-engaged research practices.

Additional Duties:
  • Develop and deliver training sessions for faculty, staff, and students on community-engaged research core competencies.
  • Assist in identifying funding opportunities and support grant proposal writing.
  • Provide mentorship to faculty and students engaged in community research.
  • Support the design and evaluation of community-engaged research projects.
  • Advocate for policies that promote community engagement in research.
  • Facilitate networking opportunities to enhance collaboration with other institutions.

Job Family: Community Engagement and Outreach
Department: Office of the Provost
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $85,000-$100,000

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