Research Project Assistant II

Affiliated Office Address

Baltimore, MD, United States

Requisition ID

121976

Job Function

Research

Exempt Status

Non-Exempt

Shift Type

Full Time

Schedule

Monday to Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm

Worksite

05-MD:School of Public Health

Work Modality

Modified Hybrid: On-site 10-59% of hours worked (Ex: 1-2 out of 5 days/week)

We are seeking a Research Project Assistant II who will support the conduct of a research project. Collects and organizes data through study-specific procedures that may include community outreach, data collection, sample collection, laboratory work, and/or field work. Provides general administrative support for meetings/events, communications, reporting, etc.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in developing operational plans to meet research goals.
• Set up tools and procedures for data collection and study processes.
• Collect and organize data per study requirements, e.g. participant interviews, administer questionnaires; conduct background research, laboratory processing, etc.
• Process data by organizing data records and study files.
• Run basic analyses and prepare routine reports.
• Perform literature searches, abstract data from literature searches and index gathered data.
• Other duties as assigned.

In Addition to the Duties Listed Above:

• Experienced Research Interviewers (also known as Research Project Assistant II) are sought to conduct lengthy face-to-face interviews and extensive cognitive assessments with adults in their mid-40’s living in the community. Interviewers are responsible for implementing under unpredictable and varying field conditions a complex data collection protocol consisting of 2 separate visits to respondents’ homes, within a 2-hour radius of Johns Hopkins East Baltimore Campus.
• Interviewers will need to be able to easily build rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds, at times in unpredictable and chaotic environments.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public as well as family “gatekeepers”, while keeping data confidential is important.
• Creative problem solving and grit in the face of challenges is essential for the successful completion of the required work.

Interviewers will

• Trace and locate participants who were last contacted 13+ years ago.
• Recruit, schedule and conduct study visits according to approved protocol.
• Must pass certification to administer Cognitive Neuropsychological Assessments and structured interview, within two attempts.
• Use Electronic Data Capture system daily.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or graduation equivalent.
• One year of related experience.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have reliable access to a vehicle for work-related travel.
• This position requires frequent travel to participant locations up to two (2) hours from campus and applicants must be able to independently fulfill these travel requirements.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

• Public Health, Psychology, or Sociology backgrounds or related experience.

• Accuracy, attention to detail, organization of materials, and ability to manage time effectively are needed in order to succeed as a Field Interviewer.

• Proficiency with laptops, tablets, computers, and MS Office applications or ability to learn relatively quickly.

• Prior experience handling confidential data and/or administering cognitive assessment measures are not essential, as some training will be provided, but would be a significant advantage.

• Excellent communication skills and flexibility with study participants. Interviewers need to also be able to communicate effectively with the study team and show willingness to engage in continuous skills development.

Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency

• Administrative Skills - Awareness
• Analytical Skills - Awareness
• Data Entry - Awareness
• Data Management and Analysis - Awareness
• Information Gathering: Awareness
• Interpersonal Skills - Awareness
• Oral and Written Communications - Awareness
• Organizational Skills - Awareness
• Research and Analytical 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 Project Assistant II

Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: Monday to Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Location: Hybrid/School of Public Health

Department name: Mental Health Research Projects

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.

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. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

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) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion

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