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Posted Job Title
Community Liaison (Part Time/Hybrid Eligible)
Job Profile Title
Research Coordinator-01
Job Description Summary
The Reconceptualizing Gender and Health (RGH) project is creating an innovative theoretical framework to identify key interpersonal, institutional and structural mechanisms through which conformity and non-conformity to gender expectations shape health. Our goal is to create tools and actionable information to inform health equity activities. Funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, RGH is a two-year research project located in the SexGen Lab at the School of Social Policy and Practice.
Under the direction of the SexGen Lab's co-principle investigator and director, the Community Liaison will spearhead community outreach and build strong relationships with community partners. They will be primarily responsible for community outreach and participant coordination. The Community Liaison with work with project staff to coordinate a community committee, recruit and coordinate with interview participants, and assist with qualitative interviewing and other research tasks. The Community Liaison will have opportunities for on-the-job training to further develop their research, analytical, organizational, and community outreach skills, as well as access to resources and facilities at Penn.
The Community Liaison must have deep ties with gender and/or health-related communities in Philadelphia or beyond. The appointment is for up to two years with the possibility for renewal, contingent on funding. People of all genders and all bodyminds are encouraged to apply.
The position is for 20 hours/week, is hybrid eligible, and grant funded.
Job Description
Job Responsibilities
Facilitating community partnerships and public outreach, including identifying and building a network of local and national organizations to assist with research participant recruitment and with research dissemination, and organizing a community symposium.
Coordinating a community committee of activists, policymakers and practitioners who will work closely with project staff over the course of the project to support participant inclusion, research analysis and the translation of findings into practice. This includes identifying and reaching out to potential members, supporting members to complete committee tasks, and facilitating committee meetings under the direction of the PI/Director.
Coordinating interview participant intake and scheduling, including participant compensation and record keeping
Qualitative research interviewing, transcription and in-vivo and predetermined data coding and analysis using NVivo software.
Working with RGH staff to establish and implement guidelines and protocols for outreach, interviewing practices, and analysis.
Perform additional duties as assigned, including participation in convocation and graduation ceremonies as needed.
Qualifications
Associates and 2 - 3 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, are required. The successful applicant must have strong community-based and/or outreach experience; the ability to work with folks from a wide range of backgrounds; analytic curiosity; and strong organizational skills and attention to detail. They must also have an understanding of and/or experience with health- and/or gender-related issues and communities. The successful applicant must have deep ties with gender and/or health-related communities in Philadelphia or beyond.
Applicants should submit a letter of interest with the application. Please describe your experience (broadly defined) that is related to the responsibilities of the Community Liaison position and why you are interested in the position. Please note: you do not have to identify your sex or gender identity on the application form. Review of applications begins immediately.
Questions can be directed to Anne Esacove - rgh-sgl@SP2.upenn.edu
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hybrid Eligible - This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule with a work week divided between working onsite and working remotely.
Target rate is $22.00 to $28.00/hour, commensurate with relevant education and experience.
Department / School
School of Social Policy and Practice
Pay Range
$20.45 - $30.82
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.
Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.
Special Requirements
Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
University Benefits
Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts : Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Tuition : Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family-whatever your personal needs may be.
Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
Wellness and Work-life Resources : Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
Discounts and Special Services : From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.
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