Knowledge Translation Coordinator - Rural Institute for Inclusive Communities, University of Montana, Missoula, MT
Posted: Wednesday, July 28, 2021
The RIIC at the University of Montana is looking for a Knowledge Translation Coordinator to join our team. Knowledge translation (KT) refers to strategies that move research into practice by improving the relevance, reporting, accessibility, interpretation, and application of research results. The KT Coordinator position reports to the Director of KT, and will work primarily within the Research and Training Center on Disability in Rural Communities (RTC:Rural).
The Knowledge Translation Coordinator will create products for outreach, dissemination, and events that communicate RTC:Rural's research projects, collaborations, and innovations to a variety of audiences, including research/academic, policy makers, disability stakeholders, and the general public. Products include print and digital materials. The position requires someone with strong technical and translational writing skills, project coordination experience, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team to meet goals and deadlines.
The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist us in demonstrating our essential values of diversity, inclusivity, and partnership. To expand our applicant pool, this position may be eligible for remote work but it is not guaranteed. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
Position Details
- Position is a full-time, 1.0 FTE, Letter of Appointment and includes a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.
- Salary for this position is $45,000 to $50,000 per year commensurate with qualifications.
Required Experience, Skills, and Education
- Demonstrated experience and expertise in research communication.
- Experience developing plans and strategies, outreach at events, product creation, and dissemination.
- Experience creating print and digital materials in various formats for multiple audiences.
- Excellent command of the English language, and exceptional speech and writing communication skills.
- Ability to translate research data into plain language.
- Ability to work independently and make manager level decisions that influence the work of other team members
- Experience with staff or student supervision
- Experience and confidence in editing, proofreading and/or providing review and critique on the written work of both junior and senior staff members.
- Experience using Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), and proven ability to learn new software.
- Demonstrated project coordination/management.
- Undergraduate degree in psychology, sociology, economics, rehabilitation counseling, public health, or other field that prepares individuals to conduct analytic and intervention research.
Preferred Experience, Skills, and Education
- Experience and knowledge in creating accessible digital and print materials to support all seekers and users of knowledge and information.
- Understanding of scientific and research processes, including ethics, funding, and peer-reviewed publication best practices.
- Experience with the Adobe Design products (e.g. Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
- Knowledge of and/or experience working with disability-focused government agency personnel, researchers, community organizations and individuals with disabilities and/or lived disability experience.
- Grant-writing experience.
- Master's degree in psychology, sociology, economics, rehabilitation counseling, public health, or other field that prepares individuals to conduct analytic and intervention research.
About UM and RTC:Rural
The University of Montana (UM) is unit within the Montana University System with more than 11,000 undergraduate and graduate students and 500+ full-time faculty members. UM is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community of about 75,000. The Rural Institute for Inclusive Communities (RIIC) is a unit within UM dedicated to disability focused service, education, and research. RIIC is home to multiple federal, state, and foundation grants and contracts.
The Research and Training Center on Disability in Rural Communities (RTC:Rural) is an anchor program within the RIIC, that has received 30 years of continual grant funding to address the needs of people with disabilities in rural communities. Our disability research focuses on rural America because we understand the needs and opportunities of people living in rural communities are unique. We partner with a variety of rural and/or disability stakeholders to conduct our work because we know that the knowledge and experience of others strengthens our research and knowledge-sharing work.
By joining the RTC: Rural you will become part of a dedicated team of researchers, experts and professionals operating to lead rural disability research. We look for people who share our values in conducting quality, timely, and relevant research and knowledge-sharing that address the needs and interests of people with disabilities, with special attention to those living in rural communities.
To learn more about the University of Montana, RIIC, Missoula, and the State of Montana, please visit the links below.
Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment.
In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.
ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference.
Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans' or disabilities preference in accordance with state law.
References *References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant.
Testing Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.
Employment Eligibility. All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).
How to Apply
Priority Application Date: Tuesday, August 10, 2021 by 11:59 PM (Mountain Time)
Complete applications received by the 'Priority Application Date' will be guaranteed consideration. The position will remain open until filled. Candidates are required to submit the following materials online via "New Resume/CV" button below.
A complete application Includes:
- Letter of Interest - addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position. A general letter salutation such as "Dear Search Committee" or "Dear Hiring Manager" is acceptable.
- Detailed Resume - listing education and describing work experience
- Professional References - names and contact information for three (3) professional references
To apply, go here.
