Community Outreach Coordinator
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- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- Location
- Chapel Hill, NC
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Job Details
Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Is this an internal only recruitment?:No
Position Title:Soc/Clin Research Specialist - Journey
Working Title:Community Outreach Coordinator
Position Number:20013005
Vacancy ID:P012737
Budgeted Hiring Range:$48,153 - $68,286
Pay Band Information:To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.
Salary Grade Equivalent:GN11
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited:Full-Time Time-Limited
If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment:up to 3 years
Hours per week:40
Work Schedule:Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm
Department Name and Number:LCCC - UCRF-426805
Date First Posted:05/07/2021
Closing Date:05/17/2021
Position Location:Chapel Hill, NC
Position Posting Category:Research Professionals
Department Description:The UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, founded in 1975, is one of 50 National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer centers in the country. The Center’s mission is to reduce cancer occurrence and death in North Carolina and the nation through research, treatment, training and outreach.
The purpose of the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center’s Office of Community Outreach and Engagement (COE) is to develop and sustain a community that actively partners with UNC Lineberger to reduce the burden of cancer and eliminate cancer disparities in the state of North Carolina. Its mission is to meaningfully engage the community in UNC Lineberger cancer research, clinical care and programmatic efforts to better understand and serve the population’s needs.
Equal Opportunity Employer:The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
Position Description:THIS IS A TIME LIMITED POSITION WITH AN ESTIMATED DURATION OF UP TO THREE YEARS.
The purpose of the Community Outreach Coordinator in Lineberger’s Office of Community Outreach and Engagement (COE) is to communicate information about Lineberger research and community activities and successes among diverse audiences, and to foster improved communication between these audiences. Bidirectional communication is key- that is, from Lineberger researchers to the community, and from the community to researchers. To that end, this position will assist in translating evidence-based research findings into clinical-and community-based practice across North Carolina to reduce cancer burden and disparities. They will disseminate information through various communication channels, including social media, website, infographics, print materials, and online and in-person trainings. The position will tailor information so that it is appropriate for intended audiences (e.g., scientists, general public, Spanish speakers). This position will also be responsible for providing technical assistance to community organizations on Lineberger-related research, clinical care and programs.
The person in this position will also assist in capturing community insights and perspectives about Lineberger related research, clinical care and programs and facilitate ways for Lineberger members to incorporate community stakeholder perspectives into their research. This position will help the COE Office to build Lineberger’s research capacity and infrastructure to conduct community-engaged and health equity cancer research.
This position will assist in developing innovative methods for how to improve communication between these audiences. This could include online, recorded or in person communication channels; the development of presentations and materials; and the planning and implementation of COE-related meetings and trainings.
The position requires substantial capacity to work independently, in a self-directed manner, to identify, manage, and coordinate activities. The Community Outreach Coordinator will maintain good working relationships with the COE Team, Lineberger researchers, community members and stakeholders. Responsibilities of the Community Outreach Coordinator will include, but will not be limited to, networking with community organizations, Lineberger researchers and other stakeholders; developing culturally appropriate research and other materials to communicate with diverse audiences; creating and maintaining relational databases to curate bidirectional communication between the community and researchers; and evaluating activities. The Community Outreach Coordinator will also be responsible for working with Lineberger researchers and community organizations on COE-related proposal development, as needed.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the field assigned and one year of related training or experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Essential Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:This position requires a combination of knowledge of community-based participatory research, database and project management, coordination of activities, ability to interact with diverse individuals, and knowledge of grant writing and proposal development processes. This position requires the ability to respond quickly to different requests and to interact with diverse communities in a respectful and beneficial manner.
The person should have excellent communication skills, a professional and courteous manner, demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and practice cultural humility.
The position requires substantial capacity to work independently, in a self-directed manner, to identify, manage, and coordinate activities.
Preferred Qualifications:Master’s degree in Public Health, Education, Sociology, Psychology or related social science, including coursework directly related to the work to be performed; and two years of progressively responsible experience in gathering, analyzing and communicating data related to social and health research, including experience in the particular program area.
The ability to speak and understand the Spanish language is strongly preferred. Knowledge and skills in the use of social media for communicating and disseminating information to a variety of audiences are also strongly preferred. Training in the area of health education, epidemiology or communication, and experience working with community groups, are strongly preferred.
Position/Schedule Requirements:Overtime occasionally
Stimulus/ARRA Funded:No
Organization
The nation’s first public university is at the heart of what’s next, preparing a diverse student body to become creators, explorers, innovators and leaders in North Carolina and throughout the world. Carolina’s nationally recognized, innovative teaching, campus-wide spirit of inquiry and dedication to public service continue the legacy that began in 1795 when the University first opened its doors to students.
Here, in one of America's most beautiful college settings, we offer exceptional careers in richly diverse fields. Come explore what UNC-Chapel Hill has to offer you.
Undergraduate Enrollment: 19,117
Graduate/Professional Enrollment: 10,894
Total Student Enrollment: 30,011
Founded: 1789, as the first state university in the United States
Type of Institution: Public, four-year
Undergraduate Admission: 15,961
Graduate/Professional Enrollment: 10,039
Total Student Enrollment: 26,000
Faculty: 3,000
Percentage of faculty who hold Ph.D.s or the highest degrees in their field: 94 percent
Faculty/student ratio: 1/14
Location: UNC is located in the heart of Chapel Hill, the best college town in America! It's a friendly town of about 40,000 in the geographical center of North Carolina. Chapel Hill is at the western point of the Research Triangle, an area of about one million people, comprised of Chapel Hill, the cities of Durham and Raleigh, and the Research Triangle Park, home of many corporate offices and scientific research centers. Carolina is about 30 miles from the state capital, Raleigh, and 20 minutes from Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Chapel Hill's main street, Franklin Street, borders the campus and offers shops, coffee houses, cafés, movie theaters and houses of worship. The town has a historic district, museum, library, parks, malls, and many recreational facilities.
Origins of Carolina's students: 82 percent of UNC's freshmen are from North Carolina and 18 percent are from out-of-state. Our students come from 42 different states and our international students represent 37 countries.
Size of freshman class: Approximately 3,400
Class size: Barely five percent of undergraduate classes contain more than 100 students; two-thirds of undergraduate classes have fewer than 30 students. Forty-one percent have fewer than 20 students, including First Year Seminars, in which first-year students work closely with professors.
Sports and athletic programs: UNC is an NCAA Division I school with 28 varsity teams. Carolina is the proud home of the Dean Smith Center, Kenan Stadium, Carmichael Auditorium, Koury Natatorium, and many other fine athletic facilities. Students join more than 60 intramural and club sports, which include baseball, bowling, crew, golf, lacrosse, rock climbing, rugby, tae kwon do, and ultimate frisbee. The Student Recreation Center offers weight training, aerobics, stair machines, and all the equipment you would expect to find at a great health club! Carolina offers a newly renovated outdoor pool and indoor pools, a golf course, tennis courts, and the longest zipline in America!
Number of residence halls: Incoming undergraduates will live in one of Carolina's 29 residence halls, which are wired for Internet access and cable television. housing.unc.edu
Scholarships and financial aid: About 40 percent of UNC-Chapel Hill students receive scholarships and/or some form of financial aid. studentaid.unc.edu
Special research institutes: Institute for Research in Social Science, Institute of Outdoor Drama, Morehead Planetarium, Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise, Institute of Government, Institute of African American Research.
Career services: On-campus counseling, job fairs, résumé writing service, internships, placement services. www.unc.edu/depts/career
Technological facilities: Students find multiple uses for Carolina's state-of-the-art technological resources. They can access Carolina's computer services through Academic Technology and Networks, which manages academic computing, e-mail, microcomputing labs, interactive media presentation, video and classroom support, and a help desk. The MetaLab oversees the development of SunSITE, one of the world's busiest digital library and electronic publishing projects.
Students may open e-mail accounts, and many use campus computer resources to construct personal Web pages. Students in residence halls have hardwired network connections to the Internet and cable television in their rooms. At the ATN Training center, students may take classes on software packages and utilities. Computer labs are available for student use all over campus.
Carolina Computing Initiative: Beginning with the freshman class of 2000, undergraduates must purchase laptop computers. The University has arranged for IBM to offer computers at excellent prices. Students, faculty, and staff will enjoy cost savings, higher quality compatible equipment, and better technical support through CCI. www.unc.edu/cci
The Study Abroad program allows students to live and learn in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and the Pacific Rim, Africa, and the Americas. www.unc.edu/depts/abroad
The Honors Program offers special seminars, research programs, and the chance to design your own independent studies. www.unc.edu/depts/honors
Carolina students spend time in public service through student organizations, the Campus Y, the Carolina Center for Public Service, and courses that incorporate community service.
UNC's chapter of Phi Beta Kappa, a national collegiate honor society, is the oldest in North Carolina, dating from 1904. There are many other honorary societies at Carolina.
UNC offers ROTC programs in all branches of national military service.
Through the First Year Seminars program, first year students will understand what it means to study at a premier research university. They will learn from faculty members and share in their research in seminars of no more than 20 students.
Life outside the classroom: More than 370 clubs, teams, and student organizations offer something for everyone! You can choose from among musical and dramatic performing groups, publications, ethnic and religious clubs, the Campus Y and other service organizations, fraternities and sororities, and pre- professional organizations. Whatever your interests, you will find others at Carolina who share them! www.unc.edu/depts/union/student/listintr.htm
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