Intern - Teacher
Brooklyn
Thursday, 18 June 2026
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Intern - Teacher. In this role, the successful candidate We are seeking high school science teachers (or teachers in relevant fields of study including social sciences,health education, and psychology) in Brooklyn who are interested in immersive training in clinical andcommunity-based research. This summer training program offers a unique opportunity for teachers to gainfirst-hand experience in clinical research with faculty and staff at NYU Langone Health in a wide variety offields. This intensive program includes hands-on practice and in-person lectures on clinical and translationalresearch topics, culminating in the development of 1-2 unit plans that can be integrated into existing highschool curricula. No previous clinical research experience is required. Job Responsibilities:Didactic and Experiential Research Intensive: Participate in in-person didactic sessions to gain a solid understanding of research methodologies, good clinical practice, research ethics, and best practices Engage in experiential learning activities at our Brooklyn Clinical Research Center, such as reviewing the consenting process, protocols, and patient cases and observing clinical assessments, including vitals, phlebotomy, and lab processing to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world research studies Observe and shadow staff within the Clinical Research Center to gain a better understanding of research (e.g., laboratory, regulatory, study coordinators, pharmacy, etc.) Interact in a courteous and professional manner with patients/subjects and families who are participants in research studies Develop 1-2 unit plans based on clinical and translational research topics to be utilized in participants high school classes Work collaboratively with Clinical Research Center staff and faculty and other program participants to workshop and revise unit plans Present work at internal and external seminars, meetings, or conferences Receive mentorship and guidance from faculty members and professionals in the field. Minimum Qualifications:To qualify you must have a Strong desire to obtain knowledge in all aspects of conducting clinical research. Science teacher or teacher in a relevant field of study at a NYC Department of Education public highschool in Brooklyn. Excellent analytical skills. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Detail oriented and organized. Ability to devote up to 35 hours per week for several weeks of intensive training in August. Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. NYU Langone Hospital - Brooklyn provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.