Community Engagement Specialist, Department of Neurology - School of Medicine

Georgetown University
life insurance, tuition assistance
United States, D.C., Washington
Jul 10, 2025
Community Engagement Specialist, Department of Neurology - School of Medicine Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation's capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world. Requirements The School of Medicine is heir to the long and rich Catholic and Jesuit tradition of caring for the sick. From its inception, Georgetown has been committed to the pursuit of knowledge in service of the community. The Georgetown medical experience is centered in "cura personalis" - care for the psychological, spiritual, social as well as physical well being of the person. It lays the groundwork for the intellectual and ethical formation of physician healers committed to the clinically competent care of and the well being of their patients and dedicated to the health needs of the underserved in our society. The Community Engagement Specialist will employ community engagement strategies and networking expertise in the Washington, DC, metro area to meet and exceed the clinical research study recruitment goals of the GU Memory Disorders Program (MDP) as part of the Alzheimer's Clinical Trial Consortium (ACTC). The Community Engagement Specialist will focus on identifying the needs of communities traditionally underrepresented in clinical research, use innovative approaches to educate and promote Alzheimer's disease and related clinical research participation among these communities, and establish relationships with community partners to support the GU MDP's commitment to expanding clinical research access for all, now and in the future. Duties include but are not limited to: Identify, build, and maintain relationships within communities currently underrepresented in Alzheimer's clinical research in the Washington, DC, area. Meet remotely and in person with key community stakeholders and community members to assess needs and learn how MDP can best educate and support all communities to allow for clinical research participation. Develop programs and informational materials tailored to various communities, coordinating and participating in community events, meetings, and workshops. Organize recruitment efforts independently and simultaneously in many different communities. Serve as the primary contact and liaison between the community and GU's MDP, and between GU's MDP and the ACTC Recruitment and Retention (RER) Unit, to share knowledge and feedback regarding study enrollment opportunities, barriers and long-term strategies for success. Attend weekly, monthly, and annual meetings with the ACTC RER Unit and participates in ACTC initiatives to share best practices around recruitment and retention of participants in ACTC clinical research. Adhere to measurable metrics to evaluate and report on progress and allow for ongoing improvements to recruitment and retention efforts among communities underrepresented in clinical research. Work Interactions The incumbent performs day-to-day job duties independently in the community, serving as lead representative for the Georgetown University, Department of Neurology's Memory Disorders Program (MDP) in the community, but works as part of a team to establish and improve effective recruitment and retention from communities underrepresented in clinical research into MDP research studies. They organize all recruitment activities, develop and document all recruitment strategies, and act as primary liaison between community partners, community members, and the MDP. The position provides support to the Principal Investigators (PIs) and Research Director, and collaborates and advises all sub-Investigators, Clinical Trials Managers and Coordinators and Regulatory personnel. The Community Engagement Specialist serves as primary liaison between the GU MDP and the Alzheimer's Clinical Trial Consortium Recruitment and Retention Unit (ACTC RER) and participates as GU MDP's representative in weekly, monthly and yearly meetings with the ACTC RER to share knowledge and feedback regarding study enrollment opportunities, barriers and long-term strategies for success. Most importantly, the incumbent interacts and establishes strong relationships with community partners and members to advance GU and the MDP's commitment to expanding access for all people in Alzheimer's clinical research. Requirements and Qualifications Bachelor's Degree; Master's preferred and 3-5 years of experience or equivalent relevant work experience; e.g. each year or work experience may be substituted for each year of education required Excellent organizational, communication, and networking skills with ability to work independently and collaboratively with investigators and community members to establish long-term working relationships Attention to detail is critical and must be self-directed with a solid base of management, community engagement and outreach skills Must be able to manage multiple tasks and to demonstrate successful track records using analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate professionally and clearly Working knowledge of all clinical research options at the Georgetown University Memory Disorders Program as well as compliance policies with respect to the clinical regulatory environment Solids writing skills include grammar, punctuation, composition and spelling Computer proficiency essential, with demonstrated knowledge of PC software programs including Windows, MS Office, internet and email Experience in clinical research and/or medicine strongly preferred Spanish-speaking ability required or strongly preferred Work Mode Designation This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position's mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University's mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation. Pay Range: The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is: $47,586.00 - $87,558.13 Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University's business needs and external factors. Current Georgetown Employees: If you currently work at Georgetown University, please exit this website and login to GMS (gms.georgetown.edu) using your Net ID and password. 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EEO Statement: GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Benefits: Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website. 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