Knowledge Translation Officer

Job summary

Develop and deliver knowledge translation strategies and accessible research materials for CRIC projects, supporting the use of evidence in policy, practice, and health service delivery. Build partner relationships, coordinate knowledge-sharing events, evaluate the reach and impact of KT activities, and strengthen KT capacity within CRIC.

Job details

Closing Date: October 30th, 2026 at 4:00 PM CENTRE FOR RESEARCH IN INTEGRATED CARE The Centre for Research in Integrated Care (CRIC) is based out of UNB Saint John. CRIC is a living laboratory that develops and evaluates integrated patient-centred models of care for individuals with complex care needs, their families, and members of the care team. What We Offer Full-time | 1-year Term | Fredericton or Saint John | On-Campus Standard Work Hours: Mon - Fri | 8:15 am - 4:30 pm | 36.25 hours per week Salary Range: $46,251 - $57,812 per annum YOUR FOCUS Reporting to the Program Manager, the Knowledge Translation Officer will lead and support knowledge translation activities across CRIC's provincial and national research projects and collaborations, with a focus on making research evidence accessible, engaging partners, and supporting the use of research findings to inform policy, practice, and health service delivery. Develop and implement knowledge translation (KT) strategies for CRIC's research projects and partner initiatives, identifying key audiences and opportunities to share findings and support their use in practice and policy. Translate research findings into accessible materials, including policy briefs, plain-language summaries, reports, presentations, toolkits, infographics, newsletters, blogs, and social media content in both official languages. Work with researchers and partners to develop practical recommendations, tools, and resources that support the implementation, spread, and scale of evidence-informed models of care. Build and maintain relationships with provincial and national partners and interest-holders to support collaboration and knowledge sharing. Plan and coordinate events and activities, including national conferences, partner meetings, and webinars, in collaboration with researchers and partners. Develop and implement approaches to evaluate the reach, uptake, and impact of CRIC's KT activities, and use findings to inform future activities. Identify opportunities to strengthen KT capacity within CRIC. Other related duties as assigned. What You Bring Undergraduate degree in communications, public relations, health sciences, policy or other related field. Minimum 5 years experience in knowledge translation or communications. Professional fluency in both English and French is required. Additional Strengths Master's degree is considered an asset. Previous experience in health research is preferred. Ability to synthesize complex research findings and communicate them clearly to diverse audiences, including patients, clinicians, policymakers, and the public. Experience developing knowledge translation strategies and products for health research or related initiatives. Experience working collaboratively with researchers, patients, community partners, and decision-makers. Demonstrated ability to write and produce high-quality content. Excellent time management and prioritization skills. Ability to work independently. Graphic design skills. Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills. Highly digitally literate, with experience and understanding of social media platforms including digital campaigns and automated marketing solutions.

What you’ll do

Develop and deliver knowledge translation strategies and accessible research materials for CRIC projects, supporting the use of evidence in policy, practice, and health service delivery. Build partner relationships, coordinate knowledge-sharing events, evaluate the reach and impact of KT activities, and strengthen KT capacity within CRIC.

Requirements

Requires an undergraduate degree in communications, public relations, health sciences, policy, or a related field, at least five years of knowledge translation or communications experience, and professional fluency in English and French. A master's degree is an asset; health research experience, strong writing and research-synthesis skills, collaboration, digital literacy, and graphic design skills are also sought.

Listed skills

• Project management · Preferred
• Time management · Preferred
• Graphic Design · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Knowledge Translation
• Communications
• Research Synthesis
• Plain-Language Writing
• Policy Brief Writing
• Knowledge Translation Strategy
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Partnership Development
• Event Coordination
• Impact Evaluation
• Project Management
• Time Management
• Graphic Design
• Social Media
• Digital Campaigns
• Automated Marketing

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Science & Research
• Marketing
• Education

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