Lehman College · 21 hours ago
Research Programs Coordinator (aHEO)
Lehman College's CUNY Mexican Studies Institute is dedicated to empowering Mexican and broader Latinx communities in New York City through research, education, and community engagement. The Research Program Coordinator will support the development and implementation of research initiatives, manage archives, and assist in preparing research proposals and publications.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Support the Assistant Director in developing research proposals, plans, designs, and execution. Conduct literature reviews, collect and analyze qualitative and quantitative data, and prepare findings
Organize and manage research archives, databases, and publications (digital and physical)
Utilize statical tools and software to analyze data; generate charts, graphs, and reports. Maintain accurate documentation of methodologies, protocols, and results
Draft, edit, and proofread research reports, academic articles, and manuscripts for publication
Ensure compliance with ethical standards and institutional reviews board (IRB) requirements when applicable. Supervise staff, interns, and volunteers engaged in research and publishing projects
Assist in identifying external funding opportunities and preparing research grant proposals. Support the planning and logistics of academic conferences, workshops, and symposia
Perform related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required in relevant field (e.g., Social Sciences, Humanities, Anthropology, Sociology, Latin American, Iberian, and Latino Cultures)
Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English (oral and written)
Proven ability to supervise and mentor staff, interns, or student researchers
Experience in research administration, including archives, grant writing, and academic publishing
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and research-related software and databases
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail
Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as required
Benefits
CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development.
We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off.
Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.
Company
Lehman College
A premiere senior college of The City University of New York in The Bronx, Lehman is a proud catalyst for economic and social mobility for its students and the community it calls home.