Employment - Research Communications Specialist

Research Communications Specialist

Centre for Sound Communities

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Description

Centre for Sound Communities - Research Communications Specialist

Project Job Description

The Centre for Sound Communities is an arts-led social innovation lab at Cape Breton University involved in:

  • Carrying out research through artistic practices (mainly dance, music, theatre & digital media) as well as standard methods and strategies across a range of disciplines.
  • Providing training for students, faculty and community partners
  • Working with communities to develop connections and access resources
  • Building research teams and networks to meet partners’ needs and solve concrete problems
  • Addressing systemic inequities through a focus on research that serves the needs of under-represented and under-resourced populations

CSC Director Dr. Marcia Ostashewski works with an expanding network of established and emerging researchers around the world to facilitate a growing number of creative community-engaged research projects, including:

  • innovative sound and movement performance pieces
  • digital & digitized artifacts such as
    • audio/visual materials (CDs, DVDs, documentary films)
    • publications for both academic and public audiences (always with a deliberate eye toward new approaches to advancing research).

Position Summary

The Centre for Sound Communities - Research Communications Specialist plays an integral role in creating profile and awareness for the Centre for Sound Communities and the many ongoing research projects associated. The Research Communications Specialist develops and executes communications plans in accordance with University and Centre guidelines. This position is funded through a research grant and will be paid as a short-term contract up to $10,000. Remuneration commensurate with experience and relevant institutional policies and practices.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Create and implement a strategic communications plan to increase awareness of The Centre for Sound Communities research activities.
  • As part of the communications plan, conduct an audit of existing communications practice and make recommendations based on leading practice.
  • Lead and identify ongoing communication opportunities for projects from start to completion, collaborating closely with researchers, as well as team members from central communications and research communications, and other stakeholders as determined.
  • Develop and manage research-related content across various platforms, including web and social media, to align with strategic goals and existing brand voice.

How To Apply

Centre for Sound Communities will be accepting applications for this position via email. Please follow the instructions below carefully. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.

Send CVs/Resumes to sound_communities@cbu.ca. Review of applications will begin on Monday, November 30th, 2024, and continue until the position is filled.

Email Address: sound_communities@cbu.ca Apply here

Intended Audience

This employment opportunity is open for: Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and temporary residents who are able to work for any employer in Canada (study permit, open work permit holders).

Only applicants who are authorized to work in Canada will be considered.

Location Information
Community
1250 Grand Lake Rd
County
Cape Breton Regional Municipality
Province
Nova Scotia
Country
Canada
Opportunity Information
Employer
Centre for Sound Communities
NOC Code
—
Experience Required
Yes
Available Openings
1
Pay Type
To be Determined
Pay Period
To be Determined
Remuneration Per Pay Period
Estimated Weekly Hours
30.00
Start Date
December 9th 2024
End Date
—
Language
English
Language Proficiency Level
Posted on
November 28th 2024
Expires
December 20th 2024