Community-Engaged Research Specialist in Vancouver

Community-Engaged Research Specialist in Vancouver

Vancouver Full-Time On-site
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Advance ethical community-engaged research at UBC through partnership coordination, grant support, and training development with immigrant-serving and Indigenous communities.

The Community-Engaged Research and Partnerships Specialist implements Centre for Migration Studies priorities. You will coordinate collaborative research, support grant proposals, develop training, and facilitate community-engaged initiatives. The work connects CMS faculty and students with community organizations while advancing reciprocal, equitable, and mutually beneficial partnerships.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate community-campus research activities and engagement protocols
  • Connect community partners with appropriate UBC researchers and students
  • Support grant proposals, partnership agreements, and memoranda
  • Develop and deliver ethical engagement and research training
  • Facilitate advisory meetings, events, and knowledge mobilization

Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline
  • At least two years of related experience
  • Experience in community-engaged research or program coordination
  • Strong facilitation, coordination, and writing skills
  • Ability to manage sensitive issues with diplomacy and discretion

Support UBC migration research through ethical facilitation, partnership stewardship, grant development, and community knowledge mobilization.

Community-Engaged Research Specialist in Vancouver employer: University of British Columbia

UBC Athletics and Recreation is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, employees benefit from professional growth opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community through fundraising initiatives. Located in Vancouver, a vibrant city known for its natural beauty and cultural richness, UBC provides a unique advantage for those looking to thrive both personally and professionally.

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Contact Details:

University of British Columbia Recruitment Team