Summary
Location
New York
Salary
$133k - $156k
Type
full-time
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About this role
Title: Assessment and Research Strategist
Location: Midtown
Org Unit: Physician Assistant Program
Work Days:
Weekly Hours: 35.00
Exemption Status: Exempt
Salary Range: $133,600.00 - $156,400.00
*As required under NYC Human Rights Law Int 1208-2018 - Salary range for this role when Hired for NYC Offices
Position Summary
The Assessment and Research Strategist manages and oversees all aspects of program-level assessment, data analysis, and educational research within the Weill Cornell Medicine Master of Science in Health Sciences for Physician Assistants Program. In coordination with the program leadership team, this role is responsible for designing and executing a comprehensive assessment strategy that aligns with ARC-PA accreditation standards and supports the program’s mission of continuous program improvement, academic excellence, and advancement of the program’s scholarly mission.
This hybrid position reports directly to the PA Program Director and works closely with program faculty, the Manager of Compliance and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), and the Educational Research, Outcomes, and Innovation team. The role allows for three remote workdays per week.
Job Responsibilities
- Lead the development, execution, and continuous refinement of the program’s strategic assessment and evaluation plans.
- Oversee the collection, organization, and analysis of data that support continuous program improvement, including student learning outcomes, curriculum effectiveness, and program performance metrics.
- Create and deliver data visualizations, presentations, and formal reports to faculty, program leadership, and external accrediting body.
- Direct curriculum mapping and learning outcome alignment initiatives in collaboration with faculty.
- Manage assessment cycles, timelines, and documentation for accreditation reporting and site visits.
- Serve as a thought partner in shaping the program’s approach to data-driven decision-making and scholarly advancement.
- Occasional travel to participate in academic conferences, research collaborations, accreditation updates, and specialized training sessions that promote continued professional development and growth.
- Support faculty and students by contributing to research initiatives and applying advanced and basic statistical methods to inform evidence-based decisions.
- Conduct and understand basic statistical analyses (e.g., correlation, regression, item analysis) using statistical software (i.e. Excel, SPSS, etc.) to inform evidence-based decision making.
- Coordinate with institutional offices to align program-level assessment and compliance frameworks.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall success of the program and organization.
Education
- Master’s degree (or higher) required in a related field (e.g., Public Health, Epidemiology, Educational Psychology, Statistics).
Experience
- 3+ years of experience in academic assessment, educational research, or data analysis
- Demonstrated proficiency in statistical software (i.e. Excel, SPSS, etc.) and understanding of basic statistical methods used in educational assessment
- Advanced skills in data visualization and reporting tools, including Excel, Access, Tableau, PowerPoint, and survey platforms (e.g., Qualtrics).
- Demonstrated ability to manage projects and support faculty and contribute to curriculum development.
- Experience in health professions education, preferably within a PA or other clinical program.
- Familiarity with ARC-PA accreditation standards or similar.
- Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in an academic or research environment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access) and collaboration platforms like Microsoft Teams.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks efficiently.
- Effective communicator, skilled in coordinating with students, faculty, and cross-functional academic teams.
- High level of attention to detail, particularly when handling compliance data and document management.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to FERPA and HIPAA guidelines in handling student and faculty information.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing needs within a fast-paced academic environment.
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently while maintaining strong team communication and support.
Licenses and Certifications
Working Conditions/Physical Demands
Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of “any person, any study.” No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRRA) and qualified individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.
Other facts
About Weill Cornell Medical College
Weill Cornell Medicine is committed to excellence in patient care, scientific discovery and the education of future physicians and scientists in New York City and around the world.
The doctors and scientists of Weill Cornell Medicine — faculty from Weill Cornell Medical College, Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences, and Weill Cornell Physician Organization—are engaged in world-class clinical care and cutting-edge research that connect patients to the latest treatment innovations and prevention strategies.
Located in the heart of the Upper East Side's scientific corridor, Weill Cornell Medicine's powerful network of collaborators extends to its parent university Cornell University; to Qatar, where Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar offers a Cornell University medical degree; and to programs in Tanzania, Haiti, Brazil, Austria, and Turkey. Weill Cornell Medicine faculty provide comprehensive patient care at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital, and NewYork-Presbyterian Queens. Weill Cornell Medicine is also affiliated with Houston Methodist.
At Weill Cornell Medicine, we connect the collective power of our integrated partners in education and research to provide world-class care for our individual patients—#CareDiscoverTeach.
What you'll do
- The Assessment and Research Strategist manages program-level assessment, data analysis, and educational research. This includes developing assessment strategies, overseeing data collection, and supporting continuous program improvement.
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