Research Area Specialist Sr

About This Role

Lead knowledge translation efforts to make disability-related research accessible and actionable for diverse audiences, including patients, families, clinicians, policymakers, and researchers.

Responsibilities

• Translate research into accessible formats using plain language principles
• Develop and adapt comprehensive knowledge translation strategies across CDHW projects
• Manage consultants supporting content creation and production
• Enhance CDHW's brand and manage social media platforms
• Support promotion of in-person and virtual events
• Align departmental communications with PMR and Michigan Medicine strategies

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in public health, health communications, or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience developing multi-format knowledge translation products (e.g., infographics, briefs, videos)
• Proven ability to manage consultants and collaborate across teams
• Strong writing and editing skills for diverse platforms
• Proficiency in social media strategy and trends
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in public health, health communications, or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted, including relevant undergraduate and graduate student work experience
• 5+ years experience in patient education, implementation science, or communications

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with disability justice and patient education practices
• Experience with accessibility standards for diverse disabilities
• Knowledge of U-M brand standards and communications environment
• Experience with AI tools for content development
• Web strategy and content management (Drupal preferred)
• Background in academic, clinical, or research settings
• Personal or professional experience with disability advocacy

Skills

* Required skills