Knowledge Exchange Officer: Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine
We are looking to recruit a part time Knowledge Exchange Officer to support the Knowledge Exchange Manager to develop and further enable Knowledge Exchange (KE) into the full life cycle of the translational research journey, with a particular focus on the Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF), the Knowledge Exchange Concordat (KEC) and strategic knowledge transfer initiatives.
About the role:
This new role will support the development of KE related processes for the organisation, coordination of training, recording, and reporting of knowledge exchange activity across LSTM. The Knowledge Exchange Officer will also be responsible for supporting the KE Manager in the delivery of strategic Knowledge Exchange projects included but not limited to:
- Wellcome Trust Institutional Translational Partnership Award
- Bloomsbury SET
Key Responsibilities (but not limited to):
- Support the LSTM Knowledge Exchange Manager with communications around strategic Knowledge Exchange projectsCoordination of training activities including managing meetings with external providers and managing registrations and surveys
- Horizon scanning and signposting staff to relevant KE funding and training opportunities
- Assist in the preparation of reports for funders following feedback evaluation of training workshops and courses
- Liaise with representatives from other departments to assist with data sharing relating to the KEF and KE landscape
- Assisting and processing of data relating to the KEF along with institutional reporting of KEF data and progress
- Understand, monitor, and advise on policy changes relating to the KEF/KEC
The Candidate:
The successful candidates should have an excellent understanding and interest in knowledge exchange. They should also have an awareness of the Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF) and the Knowledge Exchange Concordat (KEC)
- A good standard of general education, including Mathematics and English at GCSE/O-Level
- Qualified to degree level (or equivalent) in a relevant field of study
- Experience of working in research or research management teams
- Strong organisation and time management skills with proven success in delivering results to demanding deadlines
- Proven ability to proactively contribute to and work constructively with both structured teams and across teams
- Well-developed interpersonal skills to build and maintain effective working relationships
- Experience or willingness to support professional networks within LSTM that focus on KE
- Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently, managing and prioritising a busy and varied workload
(For a full list of essential and desirable criteria please read the job description and person specification)
Additional benefits of joining LSTM:
- 30 days annual leave (pro rata), plus bank holidays, plus Christmas closure days
- Generous occupational pension schemes
- Government backed “cycle to work” scheme.
- Affiliated, discounted staff membership to the University of Liverpool Sports Centre
- Plus, a host of additional family friendly policies
Closing Date: 5th September 2021
Interviews: w.c 13th September 2021
Application Process: To apply for the position please follow this link (link is external)and upload your CV and Covering Letter.
Inclusion is central to our values at LSTM.
We seek to attract and recruit people who reflect the diversity of our communities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, nationality, faith or belief, social background, age, and disability. LSTM selects candidates based on skills, qualifications, and experience.
We welcome conversations about flexible working; and applications from those returning to employment after a break from their careers.
About LSTM
Founded in 1898 and the oldest of its kind in the world, the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) is an internationally recognised centre of excellence for teaching and research in tropical diseases. Through the creation of effective links with governments, NGOs, private organisations, and global institutions and by responding to the health needs of communities, LSTM aims to promote improved health, particularly for people of the less developed/resource poorest countries in the tropics and sub-tropics.
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https://www.lstmed.ac.uk/about/publications/lstm-annual-report-2019-2020
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