Research Assistant

Salary: $55,000-$58,000

Join a Healthcare Force for Good!

A nationally recognized comprehensive Health and Human Services Agency, with over 60 programs across New York City and the greater New York Area.

Samaritan Daytop Village serves over 33,000 New Yorkers annually within your neighborhoods and communities, so our success depends on those we employ.

The Role

Under the general direction, the Research Assistant is responsible for conducting statistical analysis, developing evaluation research designs, and quality improvement activities. This work is carried out in support of the mission and goals of Samaritan Daytop Village

What You Will Do

• Generates reports and performance dashboards for multiple programs pertaining to client demographics, program outcomes, and client satisfaction in language appropriate for applied research and non-profit evaluation setting.
• Prepares abstracts, reports, recommendations, scientific papers, articles for publication, and conference presentations on research and evaluation efforts.
• Works collaboratively in designing evaluation components of new program initiatives
• Conducts descriptive and multivariate statistical analysis using SPSS and creates reports through Crystal Reports, Tableau, and similar software.
• Prepares PowerPoint and poster presentations on evaluation findings for staff, clients, and professionals in the field for state and national conferences.
• Conducts focus groups with staff and clients and reports on qualitative findings.

Who You Will Be

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences field and a minimum of Two (2) years of experience as a Research Assistant/Associate;
• OR
• Master’s Degree and One (1) year of experience as a Research Assistant/Associate.
• Experience and knowledge of research instrument design.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analysis skills and report writing.
• Computer literacy including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and electronic health records.
• Team player and ability to work independently.