Assistant Director of Research & Learning Innovation

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

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About The Position

NYU Langone Health is a fully integrated health system that consistently achieves the best patient outcomes through a rigorous focus on quality that has resulted in some of the lowest mortality rates in the nation. Vizient Inc. has ranked NYU Langone the No. 1 comprehensive academic medical center in the country for three years in a row, and U.S. News & World Report recently placed nine of its clinical specialties among the top five in the nation. NYU Langone offers a comprehensive range of medical services with one high standard of care across 6 inpatient locations, its Perlmutter Cancer Center, and over 320 outpatient locations in the New York area and Florida. With $14.2 billion in revenue this year, the system also includes two tuition-free medical schools, in Manhattan and on Long Island, and a vast research enterprise with over $1 billion in active awards from the National Institutes of Health.

Reporting to the Vice President of Langone Academy and Workplace Culture & Inclusion, the Assistant Director, Research & Learning Innovation is an important member of the Langone Academy team. This role advances the Academy's commitment to evidence-based practice, scholarly inquiry, and innovation in learning. The Assistant Director is responsible for leading educational and organizational research, program evaluation, and innovation efforts that strengthen learning, organizational effectiveness, and enterprise education across NYU Langone Health. The role combines program support and strategy with hands-on data analysis, research design, innovation pilots, and facilitation for leaders, faculty, and staff. This role also supervises the Specialist, Survey Design & Analytics.

Requirements

• Master's degree in education, organizational development, industrial/organizational psychology, data analytics, public health, social science, health professions education, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in educational or organizational research, program evaluation, data-informed program improvement, or a related area, preferably in a health system, academic medical center, or similarly complex organization.
• Demonstrated experience leading the design and evaluation of learning programs or organizational effectiveness initiatives, including pilot and innovative efforts.
• Experience supervising staff, projects, or cross-functional initiatives.
• Proficiency with data analysis and visualization tools, including Excel and at least one of the following: SQL, R, Python, or SPSS.
• Evidence of scholarly or professional dissemination, such as publications, conference presentations, posters, or comparable applied research outputs.
• Experience designing and facilitating workshops, training sessions, or group learning experiences for professional audiences.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex findings clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a collaborative environment.
• Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• Doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, PsyD, or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
• Experience in health professions education, organizational development in a clinical setting, or large-scale learning initiatives.
• Experience contributing to peer-reviewed publications or national conference presentations related to learning, organizational learning, or health professions education.
• Experience supporting innovative learning or culture initiatives that leverage new tools, methods, or technologies.
• Experience designing and facilitating workshops, sessions, and discussions for leaders, faculty, and staff.
• Experience with Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and continuous improvement of learning programs grounded in data, research, and best practices in learning and organizational science.
• Partner with Academy and institutional leaders to define program goals, success metrics, and evaluation plans aligned with organizational priorities and talent strategies.
• Identify and advance opportunities to enhance learning through innovative approaches, including experiential learning projects, reflective practice frameworks, and longitudinal learning journeys.
• Use data, research, and participant feedback to shape recommendations related to program design, sequencing, delivery formats, and learner engagement.
• Oversee the development, implementation, and assessment of pilot initiatives and new learning solutions to improve impact, accessibility, and effectiveness.
• Lead or co-lead applied research and evaluation studies on learning, organizational effectiveness, and educational innovation.
• Develop research questions, study designs, and protocols, and oversee or support IRB submissions as needed.
• Establish and apply data and evidence frameworks to assess program effectiveness and inform strategic decision-making.
• Analyze and synthesize qualitative and quantitative findings for internal reports, executive summaries, strategic recommendations, and external dissemination.
• Lead the preparation of manuscripts, conference abstracts, posters, and presentations that showcase Langone Academy?s and Workplace Culture & Inclusion?s impact in peer-reviewed and professional forums.
• Supervise the Specialist, Survey Design & Analytics, providing direction, coaching, and oversight for survey design, administration, analysis, and reporting.
• Translate research findings and data insights into clear, actionable recommendations for diverse audiences, including senior leaders, faculty, and staff.
• Share findings and recommendations in committees, meetings, and Academy events.
• Facilitate workshops, strategy sessions, and learning discussions related to program evaluation, evidence-based practice, and innovation.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and evidence-based learning across Academy offerings and organizational initiatives.

Benefits

• financial security benefits
• a generous time-off program
• employee resources groups for peer support
• holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager