Description

Location: Albany, NY Category: Research Foundation Careers Job Type: Full-time Non-Exempt Posted On: Mon Jun 22 2026 Job Description:
This position will consider applicants to work in Albany or New York City.

The Department of Health Policy, Management, and Behavior at the University at Albany College of Integrated Health Sciences has an exciting opportunity for a 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 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 established community ties, the Peer Navigator will focus on participant recruitment, community mobilization, and intervention delivery. This role requires strong interpersonal and motivational interviewing skills, cultural humility, commitment to promoting health equity, and demonstrated experience working in HIV prevention.

Description of Duties:

• Recruitment of research participants and community engagement: Engage with community-based organizations, health care facilities, and events to promote the study and raise awareness about HIV prevention. Build and maintain trusting relationships with community organizations and study participants. Provide peer support, encouragement, and linkage to PrEP and other prevention resources as needed.
• Peer navigation delivery of intervention components: Deliver components of the HIV prevention intervention, including educational sessions, navigation services, or social support activities. Monitor participant progress and provide follow-up support.
• Documentation & Recordkeeping, and attend meetings: Maintain accurate and confidential participant records and logs. Adhere to ethical research practices and confidentiality
  standards. Participate in regular team meetings and work collaboratively to carry out the research project. Use REDcap, TEAMS, etc.

Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in public health or related field from an accredited institution.
• Training in Peer Education.
• 1 year experience in recruitment, 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.
• Familiarity with health promotion, HIV prevention/treatment initiatives, etc.
• Experience in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, TEAMS, and REDcap.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in public health or related field.
• Certification in Peer Education.
• 2-3 years of experience working on research studies including participant recruitment and data col-lection (conduct study visits).
• 2-3 years of experience working in or with communities affected by HIV.
• At least 1 year of experience working in HIV prevention/PrEP.
• Knowledgeable about health promotion, HIV prevention/treatment initiatives, etc.
• Experience in peer education, outreach, and/or community health work.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Comfortable working in community settings and with diverse populations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Special Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements.

Additional Information:
Salary Range : $50,000-$60,000 (annual)

This position is based on New York City.

Special Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements.

Federal law and regulations require notice to all prospective employees regarding crimes that have occurred on campus in the current three-year period. Please refer to the following website for the complete Annual Security Report ("Clery Report"): http://police.albany.edu/asr.htm

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.