Brown University
Community-Engaged Research Partnership Specialist
Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island, us, 02912
Brown University Community-Engaged Research Partnership Specialist
The Community-Engaged Research Partnership Specialist will be based at the Swearer Center for Public Service and will be responsible for stewarding partnerships, outreach, and community engagement activities focused primarily on local collaborative research initiatives. The position will support research within the Division of Biology and Medicine and the Institute at Brown University for Environment and Society, with specific focus on advancing Brown’s Equitable Climate Futures initiative as well as the Brown Health Community Engaged Translational Research Core.The position will be responsible for stewarding relationships and potential collaborative projects with a variety of community-based stakeholders including nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations, public sector institutions, community leaders, and, in some cases, private sector and industry partners. The role is designed to be a part of a strengthened effective community engagement infrastructure at Brown, as called for in Brown’s recently launched community engagement agenda.It is a two-year term position which may be renewed, dependent on program needs and funding.Qualifications
EducationRequired: Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of education and experience.ExperienceRequired: 3-5 years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience that includes community-engaged research, working collaboratively and effectively with partners within higher education and in the public and non-profit sectors.Interest and knowledge of health and/or environmental issues, and ability to scope related collaborative research projects with stakeholders in Rhode Island.Strong skills in management, programmatic structure and process, documentation, and assessment.Collaborative work style, strong team player, inclusiveness and flexibility; ability to build collaborations with diverse communities.Track record of execution and change orientation: open-mindedness; focus on learning, assessment, constant improvement, and accountability; attention to detail.Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent organizational skills. Ability to generate enthusiasm among faculty, other university colleagues, and practitioners in the field.Demonstrated ability to support a community of diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment.Ability to work evening and weekend events/activities, including some holidays.All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with a priority for those received by October 1, 2024.Benefits of Working at Brown
Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found
here .2024-08-26Job Posting Title:
Community-Engaged Research Partnership SpecialistDepartment:
Howard R. Swearer Center for Public ServiceGrade:
Grade 9Worker Type:
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type:
Fixed Term (Fixed Term)Time Type:
Full timeScheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5Position Work Location:
Providence, Rhode IslandSubmission Guidelines
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions you may contact
employment@brown.edu .EEO Statement
Brown University is an E-Verify Employer. As an EEO/AA employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.
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The Community-Engaged Research Partnership Specialist will be based at the Swearer Center for Public Service and will be responsible for stewarding partnerships, outreach, and community engagement activities focused primarily on local collaborative research initiatives. The position will support research within the Division of Biology and Medicine and the Institute at Brown University for Environment and Society, with specific focus on advancing Brown’s Equitable Climate Futures initiative as well as the Brown Health Community Engaged Translational Research Core.The position will be responsible for stewarding relationships and potential collaborative projects with a variety of community-based stakeholders including nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations, public sector institutions, community leaders, and, in some cases, private sector and industry partners. The role is designed to be a part of a strengthened effective community engagement infrastructure at Brown, as called for in Brown’s recently launched community engagement agenda.It is a two-year term position which may be renewed, dependent on program needs and funding.Qualifications
EducationRequired: Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of education and experience.ExperienceRequired: 3-5 years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience that includes community-engaged research, working collaboratively and effectively with partners within higher education and in the public and non-profit sectors.Interest and knowledge of health and/or environmental issues, and ability to scope related collaborative research projects with stakeholders in Rhode Island.Strong skills in management, programmatic structure and process, documentation, and assessment.Collaborative work style, strong team player, inclusiveness and flexibility; ability to build collaborations with diverse communities.Track record of execution and change orientation: open-mindedness; focus on learning, assessment, constant improvement, and accountability; attention to detail.Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent organizational skills. Ability to generate enthusiasm among faculty, other university colleagues, and practitioners in the field.Demonstrated ability to support a community of diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment.Ability to work evening and weekend events/activities, including some holidays.All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with a priority for those received by October 1, 2024.Benefits of Working at Brown
Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found
here .2024-08-26Job Posting Title:
Community-Engaged Research Partnership SpecialistDepartment:
Howard R. Swearer Center for Public ServiceGrade:
Grade 9Worker Type:
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type:
Fixed Term (Fixed Term)Time Type:
Full timeScheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5Position Work Location:
Providence, Rhode IslandSubmission Guidelines
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions you may contact
employment@brown.edu .EEO Statement
Brown University is an E-Verify Employer. As an EEO/AA employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.
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