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ABOUT ICNYU
The Islamic Center at NYU functions within the Division of Student Affairs at NYU in the heart of NYC’s Greenwich Village. The IC is a robust center, providing programs and services to Muslims at NYU and in the tri-state area. Being a part of the ICNYU team requires hard work, dedication, drive, and comfort working in a fast-paced environment.
Summary: Dedicated, driven, proactive, hard-working, with a quick turnover time.
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Islamic Center at NYU is looking for a Researcher to conduct research and collect data relevant to Islam and Muslims in a college setting. The role will report to the Executive Director and will primarily work with the 12 Muslim Student clubs at NYU, while overseeing all student-led and student-focused initiatives at The Islamic Center at NYU (ICNYU).
This is a full-time, at-will position on an open-ended term, subject to program priorities, exemplary performance and availability of funds. As seconded NYU employees, staff are eligible for NYU employee benefits, including generous vacation leave and holidays; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options; and retirement benefits (all subject to terms established by NYU as described at https://www.nyu.edu/employees/benefit.html)
QUALIFICATIONS
● Great interpersonal skills and experience supporting and working within a team environment
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills
● Strong time management and organizational skills, with an ability to effectively work in a fast-paced environment and a proven ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
● Goal-oriented: ability to stay focused on creating winning results
● Excellent communications skills; procedure oriented
● Knowledge, familiarity of and work with diverse Muslim communities
● Bachelor's degree in relevant field
● At least 2 years' relevant experience including planning and implementing special projects and events, and advising student population or equivalent combination
● Relevant experience in a college or university environment or working with Muslim communities.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Researcher/Data analysis
● Research current trends amongst college Muslim students to help develop programming and events relevant to diversity needs
● Establish relationships with Muslim students on campus to better understand trends and patterns in current and historical media narratives relevant to the Islamic Center's work and mission statement
● Write and present information gathered in research and recommendations about material to key staff
● Provide a monthly report to the Executive Director on trends and data of the Islamic Center's social media growth and progress
● Design and execute trainings based off of research and data collection
Administrative/Operational
● Conduct Trainings and support planning and coordination of programs and events where needed
● Evening and weekend hours are required
TO APPLY
Please note that this is a full time position with competitive salary and full benefits. Please submit the following documents for consideration.
● Resume
● Cover Letter
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