Convergence Community of Practice Coordinator

Convergence Community of Practice Coordinator

This role involves coordinating and expanding the Convergence Community of Practice within the Office of Research and Innovation.

• Bachelor’s degree in a 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

• Coordinate and administer the INTEREACH webinar series, including scheduling and speaker engagement
• Build and manage a listserv and community calendar
• Manage timely website updates
• Serve as the primary point of contact for community members and partners
• Coordinate Steering Committee meetings and communications
• Support engagement with partner networks (I2
  
  Insights, 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 model and related initiatives
• Identify and organize institutional and regional research assets supporting both INTEREACH and THRIVE initiatives throughout campus and the 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

• 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

Monday—Friday, 4 hours per day

Number of Hours Per Week: 20

Number of Months Per Year: 12

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.

Hourly Pay: $28.85 – Pay will be commensurate with applicant competencies, budget, equity, and market considerations.

Posting Date: 07/15/2026

Closing Date: 07/31/2026

Location:

Boone, NC

Position Number: N28911

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
• List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents