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Research Assistant

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The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health's Department of Health Policy & Management is seeking

Research Assistants (RA)

based in Baltimore who will assist with tasks on the MOVED (Mobility Opportunity Vouchers to Eliminate Diabetes and Obesity) Study. 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. 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 described above, research assistants will be responsible for helping to schedule appointments, make reminder/confirmation calls, and complete survey interviews over the phone. Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in 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

Previous experience working within a research setting, preferably with field experience or engaging and recruiting participants. Previous experience engaging participants from diverse backgrounds. An interest and experience in housing, neighborhood factors, and/or food policy preferred. Technical Skills And 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 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: Up to 20 hours per week and as needed (including some evenings and weekends) FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Location: Hybrid: On-site 1-2 days a week Department name: 60004110-Health Policy & Management -IHSP Personnel area: School of Public Health Total Rewards: The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University's salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/. Equal Opportunity and Other Notices

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion. Pre-employment background checks apply. For accommodations or more information, contact jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. Location and salary details shown are illustrative; refer to the actual posting for the specific role location and compensation. This description is based on the provided content and preserves the essential details without adding new facts.

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