Part-Time Researcher

This is a part-time position of 18 hours per week, and requires in-person presence in New York City. The position is expected to begin in early November 2026 and last through June 30, 2027. K ey responsibilities include: Contribute to the design, implementation, and evaluation of the Artistic Justice Initiative's arts-based programs. Serve as the primary point of contact for scheduling and coordinating all program and research activities, including workshop cycles, programming calendars, staff training, artistic showcases, and documentation activities. Collaborate with Dr. Sajnani on participant recruitment and cohort development efforts, including managing outreach and orientation materials, coordinating application and interview processes, and maintaining adherence to institutional and IRB-approved protocols where applicable. Contribute to the collection, organization, and quality assurance of quantitative and qualitative data, including participant surveys, interviews, observational data, and creative outputs, applying standardized procedures to maintain data integrity. Analyze data across behavioral, psychosocial, and program evaluation datasets using appropriate qualitative and quantitative methodologies. Collaborate on the development of manuscripts for publication, and support the dissemination of findings through public-facing channels. Support the ongoing refinement and expansion of arts and health programming within correctional settings by contributing to strategic planning, program innovation, and evidence-building efforts. The Part-Time Researcher will have opportunities to contribute to conference presentations, publications, and a broad range of interdisciplinary activities through the Jameel Arts & Health Lab, New York University, and the Artistic Justice Initiative's national and international partnerships. In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the hourly pay range for this position is $60.00-$64.00. 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. Master's degree required, Ph.D. preferred, in Creative Arts Therapies, Criminal Justice, Arts in Health, Arts Administration, Education or a related field. Minimum of five years of experience working on interdisciplinary research teams, preferably within arts and health, criminal legal systems, public health, community-based research, or creative arts therapies. Minimum of ten years of experience working with incarcerated people and correctional staff in prisons, jails or other correctional spaces. Experience coordinating complex, multi-site projects involving diverse stakeholders, including artists, researchers, community organizations, and institutional partners. S trong organizational skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities and timelines. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with both specialized and general audiences. D emonstrated expertise in quantitative and qualitative data analysis preferred. Ability to work independently while fostering collaborative relationships across interdisciplinary teams and institutional settings. Please apply via Interfolio by uploading: (a) CV or resume; (b) cover letter clearly detailing how you meet the above qualifications and why you are interested in the position; and (c) names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three references. The review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR: www.nyu.edu/it/gdpr NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels. Sustainability Statement NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/sustainability