[Hiring] Research Assistant @Johns Hopkins University

Role Description

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.

• 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 described above:

• Work closely with the team throughout the project. Regular communication and progress updates are expected.
• Synthesize data from the literature and synthesize findings.
• Lead or support manuscript writing.
• Ensure the research is gender-responsive, addressing and highlighting challenges related to gender equity.

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.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, or related field (preferred).
• Prior research experience in systematic or scoping review.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Experience working in international development, particularly in LMIC settings preferred.

Benefits

• Starting Salary Range: $17.65 - $31.05 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)
• Employee group: Part-time
• Schedule: Tuesday and Wednesday 9:00am – 4:00pm
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Location: Remote

Company Description

• Department name: IH - Social and Behavioral Interventions
• Personnel area: School of Public Health