Peer Navigator Part time 50% FTE (RFN25-62) Two Positions
About RF for SUNY at the University at Albany:
Employment is with The Research Foundation for the State University of New York, a private, nonprofit, educational corporation that provides essential sponsored program administration and innovation support services to SUNY faculty and students whose ideas and research generate ground-breaking discovery and translate to entrepreneurial and economic development opportunities for New York State.
Working at the SUNY Research Foundation for the University at Albany, you will be part of a team that provides essential services to the University as it moves to the front ranks of American higher education, supporting the advancement of education, research and discovery. The University at Albany, a nationally recognized research university with outstanding faculty, researchers and staff, offers challenging, exciting and rewarding careers to those who seek opportunities to grow and excel.
The University at Albany is at the forefront of innovation and exploration in a wide range of research areas, from the health sciences and engineering to the humanities and fine arts. UAlbany has been recognized as a Carnegie R1 research institution – one of the elite “very high research activity” doctoral universities as ranked by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
Job Description:
The Department of Health Policy, Management, and Behavior at the University at Albany College of Integrated Health Sciences has an exciting opportunity for a part-time Peer Navigator who will primarily work on research studies focused on HIV/STI prevention and treatment in marginalized communities especially among Black women in New York. The anticipated start date for this position is January 1, 2026.
The Peer Navigator will play a key role in a community-based HIV prevention study focused on engaging Black women in HIV education, prevention, and uptake of preexposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and condom use. Drawing on lived experience and community ties, the Peer Navigator will assist with participant recruitment, community mobilization, and intervention delivery. This role requires strong interpersonal and motivational interviewing skills, cultural humility, commitment to promoting health equity, and experience working in HIV prevention.
Description of Duties:
- Build and maintain trusting relationships with study participants.
- Deliver components of the HIV prevention intervention, including educational sessions, navigation services, or social support activities.
- Engage with community-based organizations, health care facilities, and events to promote the study and raise awareness about HIV prevention.
- Provide peer support, encouragement, and linkage to PrEP and other prevention resources as needed.
- Monitor participant progress and provide follow-up support.
- Documentation & Recordkeeping.
- Maintain accurate and confidential participant records and logs.
- Adhere to ethical research practices and confidentiality standards.
- Participate in regular team meetings, supervision, and training sessions.
- Support ongoing research efforts.
Requirements:
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in public health, communications or related fields.
- 1 year experience in community outreach and engagement.
- 1 year experience working on research studies including participant recruitment and data collection (conduct study visits).
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills.
- Experience working with diverse, underserved, or priority populations.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
- Experience in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and other Microsoft products.
Preferred Requirements:
- Master’s degree in public health or related field.
- 2-3-year experience in community outreach and engagement.
- 2-3-year experience working on research studies including participant recruitment and data collection (conduct study visits).
- 2-3 years’ experience working with diverse, underserved, or priority populations.
- 1 year experience with health promotion, HIV prevention/treatment initiatives preferred.
- Familiarity with health promotion, HIV prevention/treatment initiatives preferred.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Additional Information:
Salary Range: $20,000-$25,000 (DOE)
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As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, The Research Foundation for SUNY will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, physical and mental disability, criminal record, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status with respect to receiving public assistance, domestic violence victim status, a disabled, special, recently separated, active duty wartime, campaign badge, Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.
The Research Foundation for The State University of New York offers exceptional benefits such as healthcare, dental, vision, pension plans, competitive pay, generous paid time off, tuition assistance, life insurance and long-term disability insurance. The University at Albany offers a variety of performing arts, world class libraries, and competitive sporting events.
Application Instructions:
Persons interested in the above position should submit a resume, three work-related references, along with a cover letter to https://rfhr.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=195727
Review of applications will continue until this position is filled.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
URL: www.albany.edu/cihs/health-policy-management-behavior
