Community Engagement Specialist - Ssri

Social Science Research Institute (SSRI)

University Park, Pennsylvania, USA
Base: $51,000.00 - $81,500.00; bonus/equity: not s...
On-site
Community-engaged research (cenr)
University-community partnerships
Training and technical assistance
The Social Science Research Institute (SSRI) at Penn State University is seeking a Community Engagement Specialist to enhance community-engaged research capacity and foster university-community partnerships. The ideal candidate will have experience in community engagement and collaborative research, along with strong organizational and communication skills

Job Summary

  • This position will support the Social Science Research Institute's (SSRI) mission by strengthening community-engaged research capacity and building meaningful university–community partnerships.
  • Responsibilities include facilitating community-university partnerships, coordinating efforts to develop community capacity, and providing CEnR support to faculty and community partners.
  • The role requires a flexible schedule, occasional evenings and weekends, and is not a remote work position.

Matching Summary

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The Social Science Research Institute (SSRI) at Penn State University is seeking a Community Engagement Specialist to enhance community-engaged research capacity and foster university-community partnerships. The ideal candidate will have experience in community engagement and collaborative research, along with strong organizational and communication skills.

Salary

Base: $51,000.00 - $81,500.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, tuition discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Community-engaged research (CEnR)
  • University-community partnerships
  • Training and technical assistance
  • Social science research projects
  • Community outreach events

Nice-to-have

  • Fostering community trust and collaboration
  • Strategic leadership and planning
  • Familiarity with analytical software

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 1-3+ years of relevant experience
  • Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office 365
  • Basic knowledge of community engaged research

Work Rights

Authorized to work in the U.S.

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