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Job description
The Department of Health, Behavior and Society at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health is seeking a Research Assistant. The Research Assistant oversees data collection, data organization, and/or data management or similar functions/tasks for research study(ies) in support of a PI or a research team.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Run routine and ad hoc reports.
Use standard tools and computer programs to review data.
Assist with data cleaning measures to ensure accuracy of data and preparation of tables.
Lead basic activities such as data collection and data entry.
May lead specific tasks and develop processes to ensure study activities occur effectively and efficiently.
May conduct literature searches to support faculty in research efforts.
May design and format papers/publications.
May assist PIs in writing summaries of papers for release as policy briefs or other channels.
Other duties as assigned.
In addition to the duties above
Build rapport with community members, including people who use drugs through outreach.
Perform community-based work at least 90% of the time, demonstrating initiative, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently. Independently prioritize and complete assigned tasks, make informed decisions, and determine the appropriate direction and approach to carrying out the work.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
Valid driver's license.
Prior experience facilitating community outreach and/or data collection.
Experience working with or alongside,
Harm reduction programs.
Individuals with lived experience of substance use.
Community-based or public health research settings.
Familiarity with syringe service programs or drug checking.
Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency
Analytical Skills - Awareness
Attention to Detail - Awareness
Data Management and Analysis - Awareness
Formatting and Layout Proficiency - Awareness
Information Gathering - Awareness
Oral and Written Communications - Awareness
Organizational Skills - Awareness
The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.
Classified Title: Research Assistant
Job Posting Title (Working Title):Research Assistant (Health, Behavior & Society)
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD
Starting Salary Range: $17.65 - $31.05 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Casual / On Call
Schedule: Days and hours may vary
FLSA Status:Non-Exempt
Location: School of Public Health
Department name: HBS-Research Projects
Personnel area: School of Public Health
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