AAC & Literacy Research Translation and Community Engagement Specialist
Core
Lead research dissemination, translation, and community engagement for Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and literacy research, translating findings into accessible resources for users, families, educators, and clinicians.
Role type
Research translation and community engagement specialist
Builds
Accessible research resources, digital content, presentations, webinars, and community engagement strategies
Domain
Education / Assistive Technology / Research Translation
Deliverable
product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery
Required skills
AAC and literacy expertise, research dissemination strategy, community engagement, data collection (interviews, surveys, focus groups), stakeholder relationship building, digital content creation
Preferred skills
Experience implementing literacy instruction in school and community settings
Technologies
Web platforms, social media channels, webinar tools, survey instruments
Responsibilities
Translate research findings into actionable resources for diverse audiences; develop and implement dissemination strategies; conduct community-engaged data collection activities; build relationships with AAC users, families, and service providers; create digital resources and present research findings; evaluate the impact of dissemination efforts
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC