Share Email Opening Title Knowledge Translation Specialist (TRAIL Lab)  Category Research   Req Number RES-18-00021   Open Date 6/28/2018   Number of Openings 1   Department Bloorview Research Institute  Work type Temporary Part-time  Grade Grade 6 ($30.67/hr to $38.41/hr)  FTE 0.80  Posting Close Date 08/03/2018  Description We are seeking a 0.80 FTE Knowledge Translation (KT) Specialist to assist in the TRAIL lab, a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary team investigating ways to enhance the inclusion and participation of children and youth with disabilities. The KT Specialist, reporting to the Principal Investigator and collaborating with other research staff, co-investigators and external partners, will help develop and execute our KT plan (e.g., developing evidence-based toolkits/simulations for youth, clinicians and employers) for our project 'Enhancing healthy and productive work for youth with disabilities' (funded through a CIHR-SSHRC partnership grant). This position has potential for renewal depending on performance and funding. Responsibilities Collaborate, consult and advise team members, project working group and partners to lead the refinement and implementation of an evidence-informed iKT plan Lead execution of the toolkit development workplan, identify new opportunities for dissemination and support evaluation needs Oversee environmental scans and literature reviews and systematic reviews, as needed to inform toolkit development and other KT products Identify opportunities and develop content for additional KT product s (e.g., toolkits, workshops, webinars, websites, infographics, policy briefs), as needed Identify opportunities and actively promote KT products to raise awareness (e.g., social media, partner sites, project webpage etc.) Recommend strategies to foster use including evaluation activities related to knowledge translation products, as appropriate Showcase work through high quality oral and written presentations Stay abreast of best practices in KT to inform activities Foster stakeholder engagement and positive working relationships with project partners throughout all stages of work Liaise with Evidence to Care (Hospital's KT hub) for KT guidance, as appropriate   About the Organization Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital creates a world of possibility by supporting children and youth with disabilities, medical complexity, illness and injury. All of our work is guided by our strategic plan, Transformative Care, Inclusive World: Holland Bloorview 2030. The plan: https://strategicplan.hollandbloorview.ca/ To get a glimpse as to who Holland Bloorview is, we invite you to watch the Dear Everybody, This is Holland Bloorview video. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kbp-WhflXXo&feature=youtu.be Holland Bloorview is committed to fostering a climate of inclusion, diversity, equity accessibility, and anti-racism (IDEAA). This commitment is central to, and mutually supportive of, our research excellence mandate. We welcome and respect the diversity of all members of our community and we seek to create an inclusive culture for our clients, families, research scientists, staff, participants, trainees, volunteers, trustees, and partners. To help in our journey towards fully reflecting the communities we partner with, we welcome and encourage applications from Black individuals and other racialized persons, Indigenous Peoples, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQI2SA+ persons, and others who may contribute to further diversification of ideas within our community. Holland Bloorview is committed to fair assessment of a candidate's abilities, and consideration for diversity of thought, method, and experience, including non-traditional career paths. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting humanresources@hollandbloorview.ca or 416-425-6220.   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://hollandbloorview.appone.com WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category Scientist - Neuroimaging in Toronto, ON Posted on: 12/4/2023 [Apply Now] Other Jobs Within 60 Miles -- None found -- Follow us See who works here: