Part-time Project Coordinator & Research Assistant, Level 1 (Spring 2026) - Dr. Nicole Perez

New York University: NYU - NY: Rory Meyers College of Nursing Location Hybrid - New York, NY Open Date Apr 29, 2026 Description NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing seeks a part‑time Project Coordinator/Research Assistant to assist with an interdisciplinary research program focused on depression among women with chronic illness. The role involves supporting data cleaning, dissemination, and communication with interdisciplinary teams within and outside of NYU. Responsibilities Administrative & Operational Support: Provide ongoing support for assigned research projects. Maintain project files and documentation. Facilitate communication and task assignment across team members. Coordinate communications, including social media content and promotional materials. Serve as liaison and coordinate with team members at other institutions. Collect, enter and maintain research data. Monitor project progress. Assist with manuscript and abstract preparation and submission. Provide assistance with data cleaning. Generate tables and figures in R for publication. Approximate Start and End Dates: Part‑time, one‑year appointment based on start date, with the possibility of continuation and extension based on performance, mutual agreement, and funding availability. Appointment Type: Part‑time, fixed‑term, grant‑funded position. Expected Work Hours: 20 hours per week with some flexibility. Location: Hybrid. Requires at least two days of in‑person work per week, including field‑based research activities and college‑designated common in‑person days. In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the hourly rate for this position is $30. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the specific grant funding and the terms of the research grant when extending an offer. Qualifications Required Skills Experience and knowledge with the MACS/ WHIS study. Experience with clinical research and study operating procedures. Experience with using R and RedCap. Strong computer and technical skills, including MS Office software. Ability to review and understand study protocols and other clinically related materials. Self‑motivated, flexible, organized, detail‑oriented, with strong verbal and written communication skills, able to work independently and on a team, and handle multiple priorities. Required Experience Basic experience in data cleaning, descriptive statistics, and linear regression. Experience with the dissemination of scientific posters, presentations, or papers. Preferred Experience Experience with the analysis of large longitudinal datasets. Experience in publishing scientific papers. Experience designing tables and figures for publication and presentation. Minimum Qualifications Enthusiasm for learning and commitment to rigor in research. Self‑motivated and resourceful problem‑solving skills. Detail‑oriented and highly organized. Ability to work on an interdisciplinary team and handle multiple priorities. Strong literature review and writing skills. Highly proficient in the Microsoft Office suite. Experience with statistical analysis and creating figures in R. Preferred Qualifications General knowledge of medical, psychological, and scientific terminology. Strong computer and technical skills. Critical appraisal skills and synthesis of scientific literature. Skills in data analysis and interpretation. Proficiency in R and Stata. Adaptability, initiative, and strong interpersonal communication skills. Strong time management and ability to balance competing priorities. Ability to translate complex data into clear summaries and visuals. Application Instructions Please upload a resume/CV and cover letter to Interfolio. Application Process Applicants will use Interfolio’s Faculty Search. All application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, can be sent free of charge. For people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR: NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels. Sustainability Statement NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/sustainability #J-18808-Ljbffr New York University