Hourly Project Assistant II

Health Research, Inc. • Albany, NY

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Health Research, Inc. is seeking an Hourly Project Assistant II to work approximately 30 hours per week from May 2026 through August 2026. This role will support various projects and activities related to public health and environmental science, specifically focusing on healthy fish consumption education, angler surveys, fish advisory programs, data entry, literature review, and web content drafting. Health Research, Inc. (HRI) is a dynamic non-profit organization dedicated to transforming the health and well-being of New York State through innovative partnerships and public health initiatives, advancing the strategic goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (RPCCC), and other health-related entities. HRI's mission is to build a healthier future for New York State and beyond by providing funding and program support for public health and research programs.

Requirements

• Undergraduate or graduate student currently enrolled in a Public Health, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Communications, or related degree; OR two years of relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

• Work experience engaging with the public at community events or outreach programs
• Work experience engaging with anglers and/or demonstrated interest in public health issues related to the consumption of sport-caught fish.
• Strong written and visual communication skills including experience developing both written content and supporting graphics.
• Experience providing presentations.
• Experience conducting literature reviews in support of research projects.
• Experience with website design and HTML coding
• Experience with graphic design software, such as Adobe Creative Suites InDesign, Photoshop
• Experience with MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist with providing education on healthy fish consumption and attend outreach events.
• Survey anglers on locally caught fish consumption
• Help with the fish advisory tributary mapping program
• Aid staff in Hudson River sign inspections, and track responses to and from municipalities regarding sign posting
• Support staff in fish advisory order distribution and partner needs
• Conduct data entry and literature review efforts in support of ongoing educational research projects.
• Assist with drafting webpage content on fish advisories and support CEH web team.

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance - Several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from
• Flexible benefit accounts - Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit
• Generous paid time off - Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave
• Tuition support - Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities
• Retirement Benefits - HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan.
• HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses
• Employee Assistance Program - Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees