Research Assistant - Medical Education Department

Research Assistant - Medical Education Department Supports research projects and activities in connection with CUNY programs. General Duties May assist faculty research groups by configuring and testing equipment, collecting and organizing data, and preparing documentation. Performs direct research tasks under supervision. May develop or utilize computer-based systems to collect and analyze data. May assist in preparing reports of research findings. The successful candidate will hold the title of Research Assistant, a full time position within the Department of Medical Education. The appointee will report to the Chair of the Department of Medical Education and support the efforts of the Advancing Health Professions Education Laboratory. This position is a combination of clerical and research activities. The candidate will be responsible for clerical components of grant administration, IRB applications, budget tracking, and manuscript submission. The ideal candidate will be organized and attentive to detail and encouraged and supported in participating in aspects of research projects based on ability and interest. On-the-job training will be provided. Responsibilities Coordinate and support lab related operations: scheduling lab meetings, maintaining agendas, and preparing, distributing, and archiving meeting minutes and records, budget tracking, IRB application submission and travel arrangements. Provide pre- and post-award grants clerical support, including preparation of submission materials and post-award compliance monitoring. Assist with abstract submission and presentation preparation for conferences and scientific meetings. Contribute to manuscript preparation, submission, tracking, and resubmission processes. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience relevant to the research being performed. Preferred Qualifications Ability to adapt and learn new software programs and willing to learn simple database design and maintenance. Familiar with conducting literature reviews using PubMed, and managing citations using EndNote. Experience with grant writing and IRB protocols. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and comfort writing and editing in English, preferably in an academic setting. Research experience in any field. Strong organizational skills with demonstrated commitment to developing, implementing and maintaining efficient procedures. Interest in health professions education. More than one year experience in grants management. Compensation Salary Range: $47,063 - $59,890. Salary commensurate with education and experience. Benefits CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria. Closing Date Open until June 12, 2026. Location CUNY School of Medicine Job ID 32254 Equal Employment Opportunity CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr CUNY School of Medicine