Research Analyst

Careers at The New York Academy of Medicine

Job Title: Research Analyst

Department:  Center for Community Partnerships and Policy Solutions

About NYAM:
The New York Academy of Medicine is a leading voice for innovation in public health. Throughout our 176-year history, we have championed bold changes to the systems that perpetuate health inequities and keep all communities from achieving good health. Today, this work includes innovative research and evaluation, programs, and policy initiatives that distinctively value community input for maximum impact. Combined with our trusted public programming, historic library, and with the support of our esteemed Fellows and Members, NYAM’s legacy as a public health leader moves boldly forward.

Department Summary:
The Center for Community Partnerships and Policy Solutions works with community residents and leaders and with decision makers to identify innovative, evidence-informed policy solutions. Through these relationships, we work to align and shape the actions of communities, government, and industry to transform the places where we live, work, play, and learn into environments that promote health and advance equity.  For more information about CPPS visit: https://www.nyam.org/our-expertise/community-partnerships-policy-solutions/

Position Summary/Overview:
The Research Analyst position requires a well-organized, highly motivated individual, with mixed-methods research experience, community-based experience and the willingness and ability to assume a variety of research, and administrative tasks. Projects may include those that address population health and health equity and foster collaboration across public health, health care, and communities. While NYAM is currently operating under a hybrid (primarily remote) work model the Research Analyst will need to be available for local meetings and in-person data collection activities (per project needs).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
•    Survey administration in-person and by phone, as well as co-facilitation of interviews and focus groups.
•    Recruiting and screening study participants.
•    Programming, cleaning and analyzing quantitative data using statistical software e.g. STATA, SPPS , SAS etc. 
•    Coding and analyzing qualitative data.
•    Outreaching to and liaising with partner organizations.
•    Participate in the development of proposals, reports, and manuscripts.
•    Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
•    Prior research and/or evaluation experience. 
•    Demonstrated interest in and knowledge of public health issues affecting diverse and low-resource populations.
•    Ability to work independently and collaboratively to manage multiple responsibilities.
•    Adept at working with diverse social, cultural, and economic groups.
•    Ability to travel and work in communities throughout NYC and NYS.
•    Ability to occasionally work flexible hours on evenings and weekends, as necessary.
•    Experience with administrative systems and tasks 

Education and Experience:
Master’s degree and one-year relevant experience or bachelor’s degree and 3 years relevant experience.

Salary & Compensation: 
$60,000 - $75,000. NYAM provides a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, employer subsidized health insurance, and retirement contribution matching for eligible employees. 

To Apply: 
Please submit a resume and cover letter to cppshiring@nyam.org. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

The New York Academy of Medicine is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. For further information contact: hr@nyam.org