Research Project Coordinator: Health Systems and Policy Change
Post-Doctoral Fellows are encouraged to apply)

Location:  Dalhousie University, Atlantic Health Promotion Research Centre
AHPRC), Halifax, Nova Scotia.

This position will be part of a new Knowledge Translation and Mobilization
research team, based at the Atlantic Health Promotion Research Centre,
Dalhousie University.

About AHPRC:
The mission of the AHPRC is to conduct and facilitate health promotion research
that informs policy and practice and contributes to the health and well-being
of Atlantic Canadians. Established in 1993, AHPRC conducts and facilitates
health promotion research projects and related activities across the Atlantic
region. Over the past 12 years the Centre has generated over $17 million in
research funding. The Centre currently has 40 full and part time staff and
ongoing research in the following areas: healthy communities, healthy aging,
healthy eating, active living, knowledge translation, stroke, utilization of
health services, and healthy public policy. For more information about AHPRC,
please visit our website at www.ahprc.dal.ca.

Duties:
The research project coordinator will be responsible for managing an exciting
new three year CIHR-funded research project on knowledge transfer and exchange
as it relates to improving the transmission of research to health systems and
policy-decision makers. The purpose of this research project is to create and
pilot a protocol (this includes a tool and a process for using the tool) for
enhancing the receptor capacity for new research evidence in health systems and
policy settings.

The research project includes the following components:

- synthesis of literature on knowledge utilization and resource theory (a
  theory based in psychology) ;
- creation of a model for assessing how resources affect organizational uptake;
- convening an international panel of experts and conducting focus groups with
  project teams;
- analysis of focus group findings;
- creation of a research tool and training module for research teams;
- development of a dissemination plan which includes translation of research
  findings into relevant messages for decision-makers;
- project management (financial management, supervision of student RA's,
  monitoring timelines, preparation of papers and presentations, organization of
  meetings and events, etc).

Qualifications:
Applicants should have a masters degree with strong research skills or have (or
be in the process of completing) a doctoral degree in a health-related or
social sciences discipline. Applicants must have demonstrated skills in
qualitative analysis, excellent organizational abilities, strong project
management skills, outstanding interpersonal skills; excellent written and oral
abilities and computer skills. The ability to meet deadlines and to work
independently is also important.

This is a very stimulating and challenging position with considerable
opportunities for creativity, grantsmanship, and collaborative research with
leading researchers in the field of knowledge utilization.

Salary:
A competitive salary will be offered based on academic achievements and
experience.

To apply:
Send a cover letter, resumé and three references to: Atlantic Health Promotion
Research Centre, Dalhousie University, Suite 209 City Centre Atlantic, 1535
Dresden Row, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 3T1; fax to: (902) 494-3594; or email to:
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Dalhousie University is an Employment Equity/Affirmative Action employer. The
University encourages applications from qualified Aboriginal peoples, persons
with a disability, racially visible persons, and women. For more information,
visit the Employment Equity web site at: www.employmentequity.dal.ca

Sorry for cross-postings.

Sandra Crowell
Coordinator, Atlantic Health Promotion Research Centre
Dalhousie University
Suite 209 City Centre Atlantic
1535 Dresden Row
Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 3T1
Tel: (902) 494-2880
Fax: (902) 494-3594
Web: www.ahprc.dal.ca

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