Ontario Knowledge Transfer and Exchange Community of Practice

https://uhire.uvic.ca/cgi-bin/WebObjects/uhire.woa/wa/vacancy?id=11880

The University of Victoria has made civic engagement a priority and, to that end, the Vice-President Research has created a Knowledge Mobilization KM initiative in the Office of Research Services.

The KM activities include the creation, coordination and delivery of services to support researchers, graduate students and their non-academic research partners to maximize the purposeful application and use of research-generated knowledge for societal benefit. Under the general supervision of the KM Manager, the KM Coordinator provides effective and efficient service to UVic members and community partners including partnership building, program development and evaluation, communications, and funding proposals preparation. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: administering and supporting KM services and programs in coordination with the different university groups engaged in KM; engaging with community organizations (governmental and non-governmental) to identify needs and opportunities to build and maintain collaborative research partnerships; identifying sources of funding for KM initiatives and supporting proposal development; managing the performance evaluation process in order to monitor the impact of UVic’s KM strategy; developing communications and promotional materials for the KM programs and services. The KM Coordinator will be also responsible for the administration of Post-Doctoral Fellow Research Personnel within the university, serving as the point person in UVic for post-doctoral fellows and their faculty supervisors in the provision of information on support services and facilitation.

The successful candidate will be highly motivated, creative, flexible and self-directed, with an undergraduate degree (graduate degree preferred), and at least two years of recent related experience in a research or policy environment within a university, government, NGO, community or voluntary agency, and/or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Also required are: proven ability to work successfully with a wide range of stakeholders to build sustainable, strategic relationships; ability to work independently as well as in a team environment; excellent judgment, oral and written communication, interpersonal, problem-solving and organizational skills; strong analytical, and counseling skills in dealing with varied clientele; background in research skills, methodologies, program evaluation and academic disciplines; familiarity with databases and webpage development.

This posting is open until 4:30 pm, August 16, 2010

We have landed on Thursday July 29th 1:15pm to 5pm to meet and discuss the LOI for this intiative.  Space is limited (20 people) for the meeting (not for the LOI).  Others can join by phone.

RSVP to Melanie to see if there is space to join the meeting in person.

Contact Melanie Barwick if you have not responded as yet and would like to be involved.

melanie.barwick@sickkids.ca

Mark your calendars for an exciting learning and networking opportunity in Montréal on October 20th!

Special Workshop on Knowledge Translation and Brokering
Hyatt Regency Montréal, Québec

http://www.ec.gc.ca/scitech/default.asp?lang=En&n=8B093953-1

A knowledge exchange and networking event organized by Environment Canada’s Science and Technology Liaison, ResearchImpact, the Canadian Water Network, and other collaborators, under the auspices of the Canadian Science Policy Conference.

The first multi-sectoral event of its kind in Canada, the Special Workshop on Knowledge Translation and Brokering (KT/KB) will provide a dynamic and interactive forum for participants to network, share experiences and explore the role of KT/KB in strengthening science-policy linkages. The full-day workshop will take place on October 20, 2010 directly preceding the official opening of the Canadian Science Policy Conference. With a focus on engagement and learning, the agenda includes a keynote address by Andrew Campbell, an internationally recognized leader in KT/KB, open space to engage participants in focussed discussion, skills and capacity building sessions, and a panel with Canada’s KT/KB leaders. Participants will have the opportunity to develop new networks and knowledge, exchange best practices, and contribute to an active and growing KT/KB community. The workshop will speak broadly across sectors (including environment, agriculture and health), with relevance to those working at the science-policy interface, operating as knowledge brokers and/or translators, or seeking to develop contacts and greater awareness in this field. Participants are expected from government, academia, industry and other areas.
Registration is limited! Contact Sheila Allan, Environment Canada (S&T@ec.gc.ca) for more details on attending this important event.

Dear KTE CoP Members:

There is an opportunity to expand the Ontario KTE CoP nationally through a Federal NCE competition – KM Initiative.  The LOI is due Sept 15 2010, so we have to move quickly!

 We need researchers and ‘receptors’ across Canada and Ontario.

 I’m proposing a ½ day brainstorming and drafting session to get the ball rolling.  I will take administrative responsibility to get it in on time, etc.

 If you are interested in participating, please respond to the Doodle regarding your availability.

 http://www.doodle.com/dxspcghztwpg6a7e

 Regards,

 Melanie Barwick

Hospital for Sick Children

Salary and Benefits:

CIHR offers attractive benefits. The salary will be based on the individual’s qualifications and experience. The salary range for this position is $82,369 to $98,843 per annum with eligibility for performance pay.

Merit Criteria

Essential Qualifications

Education:

• Undergraduate degree from a recognized university in a relevant field of study and an acceptable combination of training and experience.

Experience:

• At least 5 years experience working in a knowledge translation related area in a health research, policy, community, academic, voluntary and/or private sector environment.
• Knowledge and experience in the development of knowledge translation policies, programs and practices.
• Strong knowledge of the Canadian health research landscape, particularly as it relates to knowledge translation, which includes commercialization.

Asset Qualifications

• Working knowledge of CIHR, the federal government and key organizations involved in knowledge translation, health research and science and technology.
• A post-graduate degree (Masters) would be considered an asset.

Language Requirements:

Bilingual imperative (BBB/BBB)

Application Deadline:  July 27, 2010

See More at Website:  www.cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/40804.html

Wenger started the thnking on communities of practice in later 1990s.  He is now hosting some CoPs and our community based research colleagues at U Brighton are attending and blogging about it.  You can follow them at:

http://cuppcop.ning.com/profiles/blogs/communities-of-practice-cops?xgs=1

If this isn’t a public blog you can sign up for a profile on the Cupp ning and get access to the posts.

The slides from Jacqueline Tetroe’s talk at the June 17 KTECOP meeting, “Knowledge Translation in Health Care: A CIHR Perspective,” are now available under Presentations.

Hi all,

Research In Motion / BlackBerry is searching for a Community Relations Manager, Communities of Practice – Waterloo, ON (Full Time Permanent)

Anyone interested in this position please contact: 

Barbara VanSchaik – Rick | Research In Motion

Recruitment Sourcing Specialist | Global Talent Acquisition

Office: 905-629-4746 | e: bvanschaik@rim.com

The Canadian Cochrane Cente is seeking to hire a full-time knowledge broker. This is an interesting and challenging position with an emphasis on relationship building and training, and involves freedom for creativity. Cochrane Canada is currently experiencing exciting and signifiant growth – this is a great opportunity for a knowledge broker professional.

Click here for a complete job description and application details.

Applications will be accepted until 25 June 2010.

An archive of the webcast “Begin with Knowledge Translation; Have the End — Technology Transfer — in Mind!” is now available. The presentation is by Jim Leahy, Center on Knowledge Translation for Technology Transfer (KT4TT).  » More…