Community Liaison
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Job Description
Job Description
Applications are being sought for the position of Community Liaison within the research lab of Dr. Sam Margherio an affiliate of Virginia Techs Child Study Center and a faculty member within the Clinical Science Program in the Department of Psychology. Dr. Margherios research lab focuses on prevention and intervention for behavior problems and/or substance use in teenagers with efforts to increase access to these programs within schools and community spaces through communityengaged research. The Liaison will coordinate communication and outreach between the research lab and the school districts and community organizations within the New River and Roanoke Valley communities. The purpose of the role is to foster mutuallybeneficial partnerships between the researchers and community. Specifically the Liaisons responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):
Meet with community partners to establish new relationships and maintain established relationships
Maintain a database of local families who have consented to participate in research
Train research assistants on communication guidelines for recruitment
Coordinate Community Advisory board meetings
Schedule and coordinate outreach events between the lab/Child Study Center and community partners
Create newsletters reporting on current results offering tips for wellbeing for community partners and research participants
Required Qualifications
1 Associate degree or higher in education psychology communications marketing or related field
2 Reliable transportation (mileage reimbursement provided)
3 Strong interpersonal communication and problemsolving skills
4 Experience meeting deadlines and navigating multiple projects at once
Preferred Qualifications
1 Knowledge and experience working with school systems especially those within Appalachian communities
2 Experience coordinating community outreach activities
3 Experience with teenagers with mental health or substance use concerns
Pay Band
3
Overtime Status
NonExempt: Eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Restricted
Salary Information
Hours per week
2025
Review Date
03/31/2025
Additional Information
Please attach a cover letter expressing your interest in this position and your experiences working within the community with schools and/or with children and adolescents.
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto Ut Prosim (That I May Serve) Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a handson transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problemsolvers. A comprehensive landgrant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge discovery and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36000 undergraduate graduate and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges a school of medicine a veterinary medicine college Graduate School and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees students or applicants on the basis of age color disability sex (including pregnancy) gender gender identity gender expression genetic information ethnicity or national origin political affiliation race religion sexual orientation or military status or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about discuss or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation please contact Michelle Wooddellat during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
Employment Type
Full-Time
