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Part-time Associate Research Scientist: Music and Mental Health in Sickle Cell Disease (SCD)

New York City, United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 24 Jun 2026

💰 $64,000/yr($56,000/yr – $64,000/yr)

About the role

Description

We are seeking a Part-Time Associate Research Scientist to contribute to a multidisciplinary project investigating the impact of music-based interventions on mental health and adherence to medication in individuals living with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD).

Job responsibilities will include designing, conducting, and analyzing experiments related to music, mental health and adherence to pharmaceutical interventions; collecting and processing behavioral, physiological, and public health data; reviewing relevant literature; preparing manuscripts and contributing to publication; design interventions and recruiting participants; developing communication materials including for the web and social media.

The position will not include any supervisory responsibilities.

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the hourly salary range for this position is $28.00 - $32.00. 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. The employee who takes on this role can expect to work 10 hours per week.

Hybrid remote/on site: The job duties for this position can be done partially remote, but requires some in-person interactions with research collaborators.

Progress Evaluation: Evaluation will be done on a weekly basis via in person and/or online meetings

Qualifications

Required:

Ph.D (completed or near completion) in Public Health, Music, Arts-based interventions for mental health, or related field.
Demonstrated knowledge of Sickle Cell Disease and its impact on mental health
Experience in collecting public health and qualitative/quantitative data, (e.g., focus groups, interviews).and using digital tools for data collection.
Proficiency in Stata and SPSS
Strong Scientific writing skills, including experience with peer-reviewed publications
Ability to conduct thorough literature reviews and synthesize evidence

Prefered:

Experience working with mental, behavioral and digital health initiatives in Non-Communicable Diseases
Skills in community-based research or participatory research design
Skills in health communication and community and stakeholder engagement

Application Instructions

Please submit a cover letter and CV to be considered for this position.

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