Research Scientist

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Job Title: Research Scientist

Grade: 18

Salary: $31.22-$37.55

The Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene is seeking a qualified candidate to fill an hourly Research Scientist position. We are seeking a Research Scientist (PhD) with strong expertise in advanced quantitative methods. The ideal candidate will be proficient in statistical software including R, SPSS, SAS, and Mplus, and have demonstrated experience with multilevel/hierarchical modeling, structural equation modeling, confirmatory and exploratory factor analysis, latent class and mixture modeling, and machine learning approaches.

This role involves rigorous data analysis, methodological innovation, and collaboration on high-impact research projects.

• The duties and responsibilities include assistance with the statistical analysis of imaging data and clinical outcomes. This includes data management and analysis of the study results.

• Bachelor's degree and two years of professional research experience in an appropriate field or master's degree in an appropriate field may substitute for one year of the experience.

• At least 2 years of experience with clinical outcomes in the form of surveys would be preferred.

1051 Riverside Drive, New York, NY 10032

Submit an application through our website at  Please note only applications submitted through our website will be considered.

The Mission of the Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc. (RFMH) is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. RFMH is deeply committed to supporting underserved individuals, organizations, and communities.

To this end, RFMH is focused on implementing activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment outcomes for underserved populations. A critical component of these efforts is ensuring that RFMH is a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees' unique attributes and skills are valued and utilized to support the mission of the Agency. RFMH is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

The Research Foundation is a private not-for-profit corporation and is not an agency or instrumentality of the State of New York. Employees of the Research Foundation are not state employees, do not participate in any state retirement system, and do not receive state fringe benefits. Excellent Benefits Package. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer - Disabled/Veteran, 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) compliant.