FIELDWORK OPPORTUNITIES, INTERNSHIPS, AND JOBS
Fieldwork provides students with a hands-on learning experience. Below are some of the many opportunities available to students. Please contact our office for more information on local NYC organizations interested in interns.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL STUDENTS
American Diabetes Association- Por Tu Familia Latino Initiative
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) is currently seeking volunteer bilingual Spanish speaking to assist with our Latino Initiatives health campaign named “Por Tu Familia” ("For Your Family" in English). A special component of “Por Tu Familia” is our Latino educational community-based workshop sessions that outline the importance of nutrition, regular physical activity, and maintaining good healthy habits.
For further information contact: Helene Velazquez 212-725-4925 Ext. 3408 or hvelazquez@diabetes.org
Bronx Health REACH
Research internship: Responsible for conducting formative research component of a social marketing campaign in 9-13 Bronx elementary schools. Work with Bronx Health REACH Nutrition and Fitness Work Group to develop methods providing insight into fruit and vegetable consumption in young school children. Will compile and analyze data that can serve as a baseline measurement to determine the scope of the social marketing intervention to promote dietary behavioral awareness and change in school meals. Schedule must be flexible enough to work in elementary schools during hours of operation at least one day a week at a minimum. Multiple positions available. Position is flexible based on intern's interest and availability. Bilingual is a plus.
For further information contact Email: Bronxhealthreach@institute2000.org
or visit http://www.institute2000.org/bhr/
OPPORTUNITIES for UNDERGRADUATES
The Hispanic Community Health Study/Study of Latinos (HCHS/SOL)
HCHS/SOL is a large clinical study being conducted nationwide. One of the four field sites, the Bronx site, located in the Fordham area of the Bronx, is currently seeking prospective employees to fill various per diem positions to meet the goals of the research project.
Per Diem HCHS Field Recruiters/Clin. Interviewers are responsible for seeking, screening and interviewing potential participants by going door to door, telephone and mail; collect research data when required, prepare mailings for recruitment and outreach; collect and enter study data into the database, etc. Per Diem HCHS Annual Follow Up Interviewers are responsible for interviewing participants after the examination through home visits and by telephone; obtain medical release waivers, informed consents, collect and enter up-to-date personal and medical information into the database; and retain them for the duration of the study, etc. Per Diem HCHS Nutritional Interviewers are responsible for interviewing study participants, collecting research data(per guidelines), screening and interviewing potential participants by phone, in person and through home visits, obtain informed consent, collect and enter information into the database, etc. Although interviews will be predominantly in the dietary/nutritional portion of the study s/he will be required to handle other interviewing categories as well. Related experience/training in nutrtion or interviewing and familiarity with traditional Hispanic/Latino foods are necessary.
Candidates are required to have a HS diploma or GED. Flexible work hours required. Bilingual in English & Spanish preferred.
Please email your resume with the position title in the subject area to careers@einstein.yu.edu or fax a cover letter with the position title and resume to 718-584-0508.
OPPORTUNITIES for GRADUATE STUDENTS
Part-time Research Consultant, Gynuity Health Projects
Gynuity Health Projects (www.gynuity.org), a dynamic international health research and advocacy organization in New York City, seeks a part-time consultant approximately 15 hours per week for a project to better understand abortion self-induction in New York City among women in resource-poor communities, particularly Latinas.
Contact Melania Pena mpena@gynuity.org for more informarion
Senior Research Associate, National Latina Institute For Reproductive Health
NLIRH seeks an experienced, resourceful and innovative Senior Research Associate with strong leadership skills and advanced analytical abilities to coordinate a two year research project designed to advance and protect the reproductive health and rights of Latinas. The ideal candidate will: (1) possess the ability to structure and execute components of research, conducting rigorous quantitative and qualitative data analysis and communicating findings effectively both verbally and in writing; and (2) demonstrate an exceptional commitment to accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to work both collaboratively and independently. The Senior Research Associate will report directly to the Executive Director but will work collaboratively with members of the Senior Staff.
Additional Qualifications:
• A master’s degree or PhD candidate with 3-4 years of work experience in non-profit sector required;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint;
• Knowledge of, and comfort with, statistics and interpreting reproductive health and other public health research and data
• Experience with measurable impact planning and reporting (developing/carrying out evaluation of outcomes and indicators)
• Experience with rigorous qualitative methods (data collection, analysis and writing)
• Bilingual: Spanish and English and commitment to working with diverse communities;
• Commitment to reproductive health and rights;
• Adherence to schedules and budgets;
• Originality, creativity and professionalism
Salary is commensurate with experience. NLIRH offers a range of benefits for full-time employees.
Please send cover letter, resume and a writing sample to Liza@latinainstitute.org,, Attn: Research Associate Search.