Posted
May 8, 2025
Start Date
June 2025
Organization
NYU Grossman School of Medicine / Bellevue Hospital Center – Department of Pediatrics
Position Description:
The Department of Pediatrics is seeking Volunteer Research Assistants to support ongoing research projects aimed at improving communication between physicians and families of hospitalized children. These projects emphasize health literacy and equitable communication for families who speak languages other than English. This position is ideal for pre-health students interested in pediatrics, health equity, and clinical research experience.
Responsibilities include:
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Enrolling study participants and administering surveys or interviews
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Observing physician-parent communication during family-centered rounds
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Preparing, scoring, and organizing research materials
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Performing data entry, transcription, and literature reviews
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Coding qualitative data
Position Requirements:
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Fluent in English; excellent communication and organizational skills
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Must be 18 years or older
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Strong attention to detail
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Fluency in Spanish and/or prior research experience preferred
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Must comply with NYU and Bellevue volunteer clearance requirements, including influenza vaccination
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Masks required at certain clinical sites
Time Commitment:
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Minimum 8 hours per week (1 full-day shift or two 4-hour shifts)
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Shifts available Monday–Friday, between 9 AM and 5 PM (no evenings/weekends)
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12-month commitment required
Compensation:
Unpaid (Volunteer position)
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For questions, contact: Dr. Alexander F. Glick – [email protected]
