Knowledge Translation Manager

The University of British Columbia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of British Columbia's Department of Sociology seeks a Knowledge Translation Manager to design and implement an integrated knowledge mobilization strategy for a study on substance use, work, and well-being in trades and construction. You will work with the PI to translate research into practical resources for stakeholders, employers, and policy makers.

Based at UBC's BC Centre for Substance Use, this role blends in-person and remote work, with a focus on knowledge transfer to

Qualifications

• Minimum of an undergraduate degree and at least two years of related experience.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Develop and disseminate knowledge products for diverse stakeholders.
• Engage with Community Advisory Groups and plan consultations.
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead policy-focused knowledge translation strategies and outputs.
• Support dissemination activities (journal publications, conferences, forums).

Skills

Knowledge translation

Stakeholder engagement

Written & verbal communication

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Education

Master's degree in sociology, public health, or related field

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Staff - Non Union Job Category M&P - AAPS Job Profile AAPS Salaried - Research and Facilitation, Level A

Job Title Knowledge Translation Manager Department Richardson Laboratory | BC Centre for Substance Use | Faculty of Medicine

Compensation Range $5,692.25 - $8,179.50 CAD Monthly

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Posting End Date October 30, 2026. Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date. Job End Date September 30, 2027.

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Job Summary

This position will be based at the Department of Sociology. The Knowledge Translation Manager will work under the direction of the Principal Investigator (Dr. Lindsey Richardson) to design and develop an integrated knowledge mobilization and exchange strategy for a study investigating substance use, work, and well-being in trades and construction, with specific attention to knowledge transfer to community stakeholders and targeting occupational health, labour policy (e.g. workplace drug policy, return-to-work policy), clinical guidelines, health system implementation and programme development.

Organizational Status

The Knowledge Translation Manager will report primarily to Principal Investigator (PI), Dr. Lindsey Richardson and will work closely with the project Co-PI , Dr. Christopher McLeod (School of Population and Public Health), clinicians, public servants and community partners. This position is located at the British Columbia Centre on Substance Use and can involve a blend of in-person and remote work arrangements.

Work Performed

• Developing, print, social media, and web-based materials, including clinical guidance documents for provincial and national dissemination and employer best practice resources.
• Developing and disseminating knowledge products (e.g., research summaries, infographics, factsheets, pocket guides, and practical resources) to address the needs of diverse stakeholders, including workers, employers, labour organizations, and clinicians.
• Managing engagement with multiple Community Advisory Groups, including developing engagement strategies, planning and implementing consultation processes, leading consultations, identifying key priorities and determining appropriate follow-up actions.
• Building, maintaining, and strengthening relationships with internal and external key stakeholders.
• Leading the development of policy-focused strategies and knowledge products (e.g. policy briefs, reports, toolkits, guidelines for best practice).
• Supporting end-of-grant academic and community activities (e.g., journal publications, conference presentations, community forums).
• Performing other duties as required.

Consequence of Error/Judgement

This position requires working with a diverse team of academics, policy makers, stakeholders and community members. The consequences of errors could include: compromised trust with community partners, delayed completion of work, and the failure of ongoing knowledge translation projects. This would impact the credibility of the PI and other research team investigators and compromise the impact of the project.

Supervision Received

The incumbent is expected to work under the general direction of Dr. Lindsey Richardson within established policies, procedures and standards. The incumbent exercises independent judgment in developing and implementing knowledge translation strategies and products, with final approval from the PI where appropriate. The incumbent’s work will be reviewed against task objectives and conformity to standards, including the accurate translation of research concepts and professional collaboration with project stakeholders.

Supervision Given

The incumbent does not have formal supervisory responsibilities but may provide guidance and support to project team members and collaborators as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum of two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own.
• Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in sociology, health services, knowledge translation research, public health, public policy, communications, evaluation and outcomes measurement or related field.
• Demonstrated experience in the field of knowledge translation and exchange.
• Knowledge of an expertise in knowledge translation and knowledge mobilization theory and practice.
• Strong knowledge of media, health research publication, social and health policy, labour law and health equity an asset.
• Exceptional written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to maintain information in the strictest confidence.
• Ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders in research; the trades, construction and resource extraction industry; municipal, provincial and federal government officials; in clinical environments; and with people with lived and living experience of substance use.
• Mastery of Microsoft Office.
• Familiar with Adobe Creative Suite.
• Interest in/knowledge of substance use and related issues and/or public health or policy an asset.
• Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
• Able to identify and relate to concerns of others and to exercise good judgment when resolving difficulties.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail.

The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. A large part of what makes us unique is the community of engaged students, faculty, and staff who are collectively committed to shaping a better world. Recognized as a leading employer in British Columbia and Canada, UBC supports inspired students, faculty and staff on their journey of discovery, and challenges them to realize their greatest potential. New ideas, changing infrastructure, innovative technology, and fresh approaches are opening up possibilities for the future of research, teaching, and work. Are you ready to embrace the future together? Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, and/or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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