Research Assistant
New York University
New York University: NYU - NY: Silver School of Social Work: Office of Research
Location
Open Date
Feb 28, 2025
Description
NYU Silver School of Social Work
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Research Assistant (Full-time)
Location: 1 Washington Square North, NY, NY 10003
Date of Posting: February 28, 2025
Contact: Samantha Serrano, ss13443@nyu.edu
Salary: $47,000 - $50,000
Duration: 1 year with the possibility of extension, position is dependent on grant funding
In-person (not hybrid)
Project title: Community-based behavioral intervention to increase COVID-19 and influenza vaccination for African American/Black and Latino persons: An optimization randomized controlled trial
Duties and Responsibilities
· Obtain informed consent from participants
· Screen and enroll eligible participants
· Use social media and other outreach methods for participant recruitment
· Facilitate health education sessions
· Conduct participant assessments in REDCap
· Schedule appointments and manage administrative tasks
· Perform additional related duties as needed
Performance Evaluation Procedure
· The Research Assistant will meet with the PI on a weekly basis to discuss completed tasks and plan activities for the following week. During these meetings the Research Assistant will also discuss professional development goals.
Qualifications
Required Education, Experience Skills and Abilities
● Bilingual in English and Spanish
● Current or recent graduate student in public health, nursing, social work, psychology, or other social/behavioral science
● Experience working on a research study
● Experience with qualitative and/or quantitative research methods
● Experience with Black and Latino/Hispanic families and communities
● Interest in vaccine issues and vaccine hesitancy, as well as the structural factors that create medical distrust
● Knowledgeable about COVID-19 and flu vaccinations and comfortable leading discussions about the benefits of vaccinations with a diverse study population
● Demonstrable commitment to vaccine equity and access
● Ability to stay up-to-date on COVID-19 and flu vaccinations
● Excellent organizational skills
● Commitment to racial justice, social justice, and social equity
● Must have a high level of attention to detail, flexibility, ability to work on a team, and punctuality
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills
● Interest in the multiphase optimization strategy framework
● Knowledge of REDCap or ability to learn new computer programs
● Experience with health education
● Training and experience in motivational interviewing theory and techniques
● Knowledge of IRB protocols
Application Instructions
Please apply by submitting a resume and cover letter.