Q.U.E.S.T. is a full-time, 10-week summer program designed to expand access for historically underrepresented and under-resourced undergraduates who are dedicated to interrogating systems of power, addressing structural inequities impacting Communities of Color and marginalized identities, and developing evidence-based strategies for systemic change.

Q.U.E.S.T. Research Coordinator - The Q.U.E.S.T. Research Coordinator plays a vital role in guiding the research curriculum throughout the summer and directly supporting the development of underrepresented students committed to systemic change. 

Duties: 

• The job duties for this position are highly local and require on-site attendance for June and July.

• Facilitate a 1-hour weekly check-in meeting with Q.U.E.S.T. students

• Meet with Q.U.E.S.T. participants individually and with mentors to work on research papers and presentations for conferences 

• Organizing and presiding over the AP Dept Quest presentation day 

• Lead QUEST online-writing bootcamp in August

• Leads program evaluation efforts

The Associate Research Scientist will supervise the Summer Program Assistant. 

In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the hourly salary range for this position is $28-$38. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the specific grant funding and the terms of the research grant when extending an offer.

• Relevant experience in mentoring and managing ?student-affairs programming? demonstrates your ability to make a meaningful difference in students' lives, which can inspire candidates to see their potential impact. 

• Detail-oriented and demonstrate logistical and administrative skills

• Possess superb people skills and a sense of humor, be a creative problem-solver, and have sound judgment and emotional maturity

• Be willing to hold students, faculty, and volunteers to a high standard of excellence and professionalism

• Completed at least one year of a PhD program in the applied sciences

Please submit a cover letter and resume by April 24th to be considered for this opportunity.  

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