Program Associate – Research to Practice (r2p) : Maryland

CPWR
The Center for Construction Research and Training

Program Associate
Research to Practice (r2p)

Based in Silver Spring, MD

CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and Training (www.cpwr.com) is the non-profit 501(c)3 research, development and training arm of the North America’s Building Trades Unions, located in downtown Silver Spring, MD by metro and public parking. We are seeking a full-time Program Associate to join the Research to Practice (r2p) team. The Program Associate serves as a lead staff member in the r2p program and reports to the r2p Program Director.

CPWR’s research to practice (r2p) team is responsible for developing a body of research on effective translation, dissemination, and implementation research, as well as producing tools, resources and strategies to advance the use of evidenced-based safety and health interventions to reduce occupational injuries and illnesses in the construction industry.

Responsibilities:
Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Conducting translation research, including identifying, developing, testing, and evaluating new types of translational products and dissemination strategies to advance the use of construction research findings and interventions.
• Assisting with process and impact evaluations of r2p initiatives and contributing to evaluation research.
• Participating in the planning and implementation of national-level safety and health campaigns, including working with stakeholders and government agencies, creating campaign-related materials, and assisting with related evaluation activities.
• Participating in and/or facilitating internal and external partnerships to promote research findings and products, identify opportunities to participate in new research and/or r2p efforts, and track progress.
• Contributing to the development and expansion of r2p tools and resources to aid researchers in dissemination and evaluation of their research findings.
• Assisting with the implementation of Center-funded researchers’ dissemination plans (r2p Roadmaps), including developing translational products and assisting with implementation.
• Assisting with the prioritization and dissemination of completed research.
• Contributing to ongoing communications initiatives, including websites and webinars.
• Assisting with planning for, and participating in, the Center’s annual r2p seminar and partnership workshop.
• Preparing and presenting results of r2p initiatives at government, industry, and research meetings.
• Drafting and publishing reports and articles in industry publications and peer-reviewed journals.
• Assisting with the preparation of progress reports and grant applications.

Limited national and local travel required.

Qualifications:
Preferred candidates will have:

• At least 8 years of experience in research translation, dissemination, evaluation and/or health-related communications.
• A minimum of a master’s degree in public health, marketing, or health communications.
• Experience in research design and evaluation methods as well as developing monitoring and evaluations systems.
• Experience using both qualitative and quantitative research methods including developing and administering surveys, conducting focus groups and phone interviews, and analyzing collected data using analytic software programs.
• Proven ability to absorb detailed research results and produce clear, accurate information for general audiences.
• Proven ability to think critically and strategically, and to engage with internal and external stakeholders to identify and achieve common goals.
• Experience in writing reports and peer-reviewed journal articles.
• Excellent attention to detail and adherence to project timelines, deliverables, administrative duties, and reporting requirements.
• Flexibility in assigned duties and tasks, ability to show initiative and take on new responsibilities as needed.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of the construction industry and/or experience translating research to practice a plus.

Compensation Package:
Salary is based on qualifications and prior experience. Exceptional benefits package including employer paid health/dental/vision insurance for employee and dependents, and a defined benefit pension. Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays. 401K Plan. Relaxed work environment. Equal Employment Opportunity.

To Apply:
Email résumé, cover letter, and two recent writing samples to jobpostings@cpwr.com. Include Program Associate and applicant name in the subject line. The cover letter should describe your experiences relevant to the job description outlined above and any previous construction-related research experience. No phone calls please. CPWR will contact eligible applicants.