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The Johns Hopkins University

Research Assistant

The Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276

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Overview

Johns Hopkins University requires all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Position

Research Assistant 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 described above Housing mobility programs are designed to help families move from high poverty neighborhoods into lower poverty, better resourced ones. The MOVED (Mobility Opportunity Vouchers to Eliminate Diabetes and Obesity) Study is designed to test whether helping families move changes adult and child health. The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health’s Department of Health Policy & Management is seeking a Research Assistant (RA) who will assist with tasks on the MOVED Study. The Research Assistant will be responsible for helping to schedule appointments, make reminder/confirmation calls, and complete survey interviews over the phone. Qualifications

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 & 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. Other Details

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: Full Time Schedule: 40 Hours per Week 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 & Compliance

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 depend on multiple factors. 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/ . Education and Experience Equivalency: Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. Applicants Completing Studies: Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date. Background Checks: The successful candidate(s) will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment. The university will review the date of a candidate's conviction and how it relates to essential job qualifications on an individual basis. Diversity and Inclusion: The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion. Equal Opportunity Employer: 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. Accommodation Information: If you require special assistance during the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility, visit https://accessibility.jhu.edu/. Vaccine Requirements: Johns Hopkins University requires all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions may be provided for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly: The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, etc., requires documentation of immune status against several diseases and related vaccinations. Any vaccinations will be provided at no cost in our Occupational Health office.

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