"Research Assistant"

Research Assistant

GENERAL DUTIES

Supports research projects and activities in connection with CUNY programs

• 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.

CONTRACT TITLE

Research Assistant

FLSA

Exempt

CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION

The City University of New York (CUNY) School of Medicine (SoM) is the only medical school in the CUNY system. Our innovative curriculum allows students to complete both their undergraduate Bachelor of Science (BS) and Doctor of Medicine (MD) degrees in seven years. CUNY SoM graduated its first MD class in 2020. In addition, the CUNY SoM offers a 28-months Physician Assistant (PA) program to prepare health professionals licensed to practice medicine with physician supervision. Our mission is 1) to provide access to medical education to talented youth from historically underrepresented in backgrounds in medicine and to develop health professionals committed to practicing in under-served communities and 2) to perform innovative research in community health and biomedicine.

The Department of Molecular, Cellular, and Biomedical Sciences (MCBS) was formed through the merger of several basic science departments and represents one of the four departments in the school (Community Health and Social Medicine, Medical Education, and Clinical Medicine). The department plays a critical role in our mission-driven BS/MD program and Physician Assistant program through the teaching of the basic science curriculum and by conducting extramurally funded research. The research agenda of the current members of the department is centered on neuroscience, microbiology and immunology, cardiovascular disease, and oncology.

The Research Assistant will support ongoing neuroscience research projects and assist with laboratory operations. Responsibilities include:

• Performing animal care, handling, and genotyping
• Conducting in situ hybridization and immunostaining procedures
• Assisting with animal behavioral analyses and data collection
• Supporting additional experimental procedures as needed
• Maintaining accurate laboratory records and ensuring compliance with safety and ethical standards

The Community Health and Social Medicine (CHASM) department curricular responsibilities include providing a comprehensive effort to educate our students in the social, economic, political and, behavioral determinants of health and disease, with a focus on population health, health disparities and health care policy. CHASM’s current research agenda is centered on chronic disease epidemiology, health behavior, health policy, health services and, community-based research.

The Research Assistant responsibilities include:

• Support faculty and research staff with day-to-day research activities across multiple projects.
• Assist with data collection, entry, cleaning, and basic statistical analysis.
• Conduct literature reviews and summarize key findings to inform research design and project development.
• Help prepare research materials, including surveys, interview guides, protocols, and documentation.
• Maintain research databases and ensure data are organized, accurate, and stored securely.

Please note: This posting is intended to fill multiple roles in two departments. Employees will not work across departments; each hire will be assigned to one designated department.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience relevant to the research being performed.

COMPENSATION

Commensurate with qualifications and research experience.

Salary Range: $47,063 - $57,418

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.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates should provide a resume and cover letter.

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled. Review of resumes to begin on November 14, 2025.

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

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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.