Convergence Community of Practice Coordinator

Appalachian State University -
Boone, NC

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Job Details

Part-time
$28.85 an hour
17 hours ago

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

Full Job Description

Posting Details

Work experience or education that is NOT included on the application will NOT be considered when screening your application. Please include ALL work experience and education on the application to ensure that you receive the appropriate credit toward qualification for this position.

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Working Title

Convergence Community of Practice Coordinator

Location

Boone, NC

Position Number

N28911

Department

Office of Research and Innovation- 282000

Position Summary Information

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
Demonstrated interest in team science, research translation, and/or interdisciplinary research
Experience coordinating programs or professional communities
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities independently

License/Certification Required

Essential Job Functions

Coordinate and administer INTEREACH webinar series, including scheduling and speaker engagement
Build and manage listserv, and community calendar
Manage timely website updates
Serve as primary point of contact for community members and partners
Coordinate Steering Committee meetings and communications
Support engagement with partner networks (I2Insights, ITD Alliance, InSciTS, Team Science SIG)
Assist with facilitation activities and asset mapping for cross-institutional development of the Research and Innovation strategic directions, as we mobilize the THRIVE (Translational Hubs for Research, Innovation and Engagement) model and related initiatives
Identify and organize institutional and regional research assets supporting both INTEREACH and THRIVE initiatives throughout campus and surrounding ecosystem
Support documentation of translational processes, practices, and benchmarks
Track and compile reports on participation and engagement metrics
Ensure alignment with university policies and maintain appropriate documentation

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree in a relevant field
Experience with interdisciplinary or team science initiatives
Familiarity with communities of practice
Experience with facilitation or asset mapping
Experience with digital platforms and communications tools
Experience in academic or research environments

Work Schedule/Hours

Monday-Friday, 4hrs/day

Number of Hours Per Week

Number of Months Per Year

Mandatory Staff

Physical Demands of Position

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Hiring Range

$28.85

Pay will be commensurate with applicant competencies, budget, equity and market considerations.

Posting Details Information

Posting Date

07/15/2026

Closing Date

07/31/2026

Open Until Filled

Applicant Pool Preference

External (Post on the Web)

Special Instructions to Applicants

Submit resume, cover letter and include a list of 3 professional references with contact information included

Quick Link

https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/55153

Posting Number

201501125P

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