Student Research Worker

Columbia University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,139 - 37,229; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious university in New York is seeking a student to assist with grant-funded projects focusing on AI's impact on health outcomes. This temporary role involves conducting statistical analysis, leading data analysis projects, and supporting grant submissions. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields, with proficiency in R or Python preferred. A flexible work schedule allows for 10 hours per week of research support.

Responsibilities

• Assist PIs in conducting specific research projects including statistical analysis.
• Lead individual and collaborative data analysis projects.
• Help support grant submissions.

Skills

Proficiency in R

Proficiency in Python

Familiarity with version control (e.g., Git/GitHub)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Biostatistics, or related fields

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

• Job Type: Short Term Casual
• Bargaining Unit:
• Regular/Temporary: Temporary
• End Date if Temporary:
• Hours Per Week: 10
• Standard Work Schedule:
• Building:
• Salary Range: $23.00/Hr - $23.00/HR

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Summary

The School of Nursing is looking to hire one current Columbia University student to assist with grant funded projects focusing on the use of explainable AI approaches to understand the impacts of lifestyle factors on the health outcomes.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include:

• Assist PIs in conducting specific research projects including but not limited to conducting statistical analysis, literature review, and revising and editing manuscripts to respond to reviewer comments
• Lead individual and collaborative data analysis projects and conduct preliminary data analysis for funding proposals
• Help support grant submissions
• Perform other duties as assigned

This is a temporary position with a flexible work schedule.

This is a grant-funded position, and continued employment is contingent upon the grant.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Biostatistics, or related fields. Master’s degree preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in R or Python for data manipulation and analysis.
• Familiarity with version control (e.g., Git/GitHub) and reproducible research practices.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.