We are seeking a Research Assistant who will oversee 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 Listed Above
Project Overview - Young Men’s Sexual and Reproductive Health Study. This R21-funded study examines reproductive attitudes, behaviors, and sexual and reproductive health (SRH) needs of formerly incarcerated young men (ages 15–29) who have not yet fathered children. Using a socio-ecological framework, the project will identify upstream social determinants and barriers/facilitators to SRH education and care through semi-structured interviews with recently incarcerated young men (incarcerated within the past 12 months). Recruitment will target diverse young men across Maryland, Minnesota, and Texas.
The Research Assistant will be a qualitative interviewer to conduct 1:1 semi-structured interviews (virtually via Zoom) with study participants. The interviewer will work closely with the PI and study team to ensure ethical, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive engagement with participants.
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 permitted by the JHU equivalency formula beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in public health, social work, psychology, sociology, or related field
Experience conducting semi-structured qualitative interviews (preferably with young people and/or marginalized populations)
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to establish rapport with participants from diverse backgrounds
Commitment to confidentiality, ethical research practices, and trauma-informed interviewing
Reliable internet access
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 (Dept. of Population, Family, & Reproductive Health)
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD
Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Casual / On Call
Schedule: Hours Vary
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Remote
Department name: Department of Population, Family and Reproductive Health
Personnel area: School of Public Health