Research Assistant (Part-Time)

New York University • Los Angeles, CA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Research Assistant will support the Social Networks Engage (SNEngage) study, a longitudinal examination of factors predicting the social networks and mental health services of individuals with serious mental illnesses. The position is based in Los Angeles, California, and is in person for 20–27 hours per week. The stated start date is October 26, 2026. The Principal Investigators are Dr. Rohini Pahwa and Dr. Erin Kelly.

The role includes collecting quantitative survey data, conducting social network, social cognition, and life history interviews, and entering data into platforms including REDCap, Excel, and Box. The Research Assistant will attend regular check-ins and team meetings and perform other research-related activities as required. The team member will meet regularly as needed with the Principal Investigator and other team members to review completed tasks and plan next activities, with opportunities to discuss professional and academic development goals.

This position is classified under NYU’s professional research staff category and does not qualify for visa sponsorship, including a STEM OPT extension. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in social work, psychology, public health, or another allied social or behavioral science.
• 1–2 years of experience working on quantitative research studies, including experience with large datasets and data entry in REDCap/Quantrics.
• Ability to drive to interview sites in Los Angeles to conduct in-person interviews.
• Interest in working with individuals with serious mental illnesses.
• Excellent data collection, data entry, and data management skills.
• High level of attention to detail, flexibility, and ability to work on a team.
• Commitment to social equity and services to marginalized and vulnerable populations.
• Authorization to work in the United States for the duration of employment.

Responsibilities

• Collect quantitative survey data.
• Conduct social network, social cognition, and life history interviews.
• Enter data into platforms including REDCap, Excel, and Box.
• Attend regular check-in and team meetings.
• Perform other research-related activities as required.
• Meet with the Principal Investigator and other team members as needed to review completed tasks and plan next activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time