About the Role
The HIV Epidemiology Program (HEP) is recruiting Study Interviewers/Recruiters for the NHBS–MSM2026 cycle. This role involves recruiting participants at or outside MSM venues using street-intercept methods and conducting confidential standardized quantitative interviews using a study tablet. The position requires adherence to strict survey research protocols, maintaining confidentiality, attention to detail, and the ability to establish rapport with diverse groups. Training will be provided. This is a temporary part-time position until December 2026 or until the sample size is met, requiring evening, night, and weekend hours.
Responsibilities
- Recruit participants outside bars/clubs, events, and other locations where MSM congregate.
- Conduct in-person standardized surveys with study participants.
- Screen potential participants for eligibility and obtain informed consent.
- Prepare and maintain interview materials and supplies.
- Comply with guidelines for maintaining safety, data security, and participant confidentiality.
- Follow local safety procedures and report any incidents and adverse events to the SOS immediately.
- Maintain data integrity and participant confidentiality.
- Participate in all NYC Health Department and CDC required trainings.
- Other duties as assigned to support the overall goals and mission of the department/organization.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Willing to work evenings, nights (possibly until 3am) and weekends.
- Willing to travel throughout NYC.
- Ability to learn and use computerized interview programs.
- Strong oral communication skills.
- Comfortable asking questions about health, sex, drug use, and stigma/discrimination.
- Ability to create a comfortable and non-judgmental interview environment.
- Ability to work as part of a research team.
- Comfortable working in venues and locations where sexual activity occurs.
- Proficiency in Spanish.
- Experience working with MSM is an advantage, but not required.
- Ability to interact with a diverse population in a friendly, non-judgmental and affirmative manner.
- Experience working in fast-paced, people-facing environments.
- Experience working effectively in a team of colleagues.
- Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
- Must live in the New York City Tri-state area (NY, NJ, CT).
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Confidentiality
- Communication
- Rapport building
- Computerized interview programs
Location
- Locations vary monthly
Work Type
- Field work
- Temporary
- Part-time
Experience Level
- Up to 28 hours per week
Education Level
- High School Diploma or GED
Salary/Compensations
- $29.15 per hour
Benefits
- No benefits
- No paid holidays
About the Company
- The Fund for Public Health in New York City (FPHNYC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the health and well-being of all New Yorkers.
- FPHNYC partners with the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) to incubate and implement innovative public health initiatives.
- The organization facilitates partnerships between government and the private sector to develop, test, and launch new initiatives.
- FPHNYC's culture embraces learning, collaboration, innovation, and well-being, driven by open communication.
- The National HIV Behavioral Surveillance Study (NHBS) is an annual CDC-sponsored project measuring HIV prevalence, testing, access to and utilization of HIV prevention services, and behaviors among high-risk groups.
Equal Opportunity
- FPHNY is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.
- We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
- The Fund for Public Health in New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages a diverse pool of candidates to apply.
