Student Research & Administrative Assistant (Casual)

Job Title: Student Research & Administrative Assistant (Casual)

Hourly Rate: $23.5-$25.00/hour
Position Type: Casual / Part-time (Student)
Location: CPMG, 622 W 168th Street, 8W-875
Hours: 12–20 hours per week, flexible

Position Overview

We are seeking detail-oriented and motivated students to join our team as a Casual Student Assistant. In this role, you will provide vital support for ongoing research projects and team operations. You will gain hands-on experience in qualitative research methods, academic literature compilation, event coordination, and the publication process. This position offers flexible hours designed to accommodate a student’s academic schedule.

Key Responsibilities

  • Research & Data Support: Assist with qualitative data preparation, including de-identification, transcription, coding, and other help related to project datasets.
  • Literature Reviews: Conduct comprehensive literature searches, synthesize academic sources, and organize references using citation management software (e.g., Zotero, EndNote).
  • Event & Meeting Coordination: Help plan, set up, develop material, and manage logistics for webinars and workshops with scientific and community partners.
  • Editorial Assistance: Help prepare, format, and proofread research papers, reports, and presentations for journal submission or conference presentations.

Qualifications

  • Current enrollment in a public health or social sciences Undergraduate or Graduate program.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail.
  • Familiarity with qualitative data analysis skills (Deddose, NVivo transcript), Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and video conferencing tools (Zoom, Teams).
  • Experience or interest in working with disability studies and research is highly preferred.
  • Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality regarding research data.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest and relevant skills to Dr. Maya Sabatello (ms4075@cumc.columbia.edu).