Research Assistant

The Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Research Assistant to support vital research projects focused on child health. This role involves coordinating study activities, conducting literature reviews, and assisting in the development of study protocols. The ideal candidate will work closely with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring effective communication and organization of research materials. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful research in a collaborative environment, making a difference in public health outcomes. If you're passionate about research and eager to support innovative studies, this is the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• Master’s degree preferred with health-related research experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with study coordination and communication.
• Conduct literature reviews and maintain reference libraries.
• Coordinate study meetings and assist in preparing materials.

Skills

Study Coordination

Literature Review

Protocol Development

Communication Skills

Team Support

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related discipline

Master’s Degree in related discipline

Job description

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The Department of Epidemiology, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health seeks a Research Assistant. This position will assist with all primary and related activities to support the Data Analysis Center (DAC) for the Environmental Influences in Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) study. The Research Assistant will be responsible for assisting investigators and coordinating activities of their research projects involving child health.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide assistance with study coordination and communication.
• Assist with conducting literature reviews and maintenance of reference libraries.
• Assist with development of study protocols and survey instruments.
• Coordinate study meetings and communication with research partners.
• Attend weekly staff meetings with study PI and professional staff.
• Assist in preparing materials for and participate in investigators' meetings, Steering Committee meetings, staff meetings, etc.
• Provide assistance with creation of study documents, progress reports, and manuscripts.
• Provide support to a multidisciplinary team.
• Assist with electronic organization of study materials.

The Department of Epidemiology, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health seeks a Research Assistant. This position will assist with all primary and related activities to support the Data Analysis Center (DAC) for the Environmental Influences in Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) study. The Research Assistant will be responsible for assisting investigators and coordinating activities of their research projects involving child health.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide assistance with study coordination and communication.
• Assist with conducting literature reviews and maintenance of reference libraries.
• Assist with development of study protocols and survey instruments.
• Coordinate study meetings and communication with research partners.
• Attend weekly staff meetings with study PI and professional staff.
• Assist in preparing materials for and participate in investigators' meetings, Steering Committee meetings, staff meetings, etc.
• Provide assistance with creation of study documents, progress reports, and manuscripts.
• Provide support to a multidisciplinary team.
• Assist with electronic organization of study materials.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in related discipline.
• Some health-related research experience.

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: Monday to Friday: 8:30 am – 5 pm
FLSA Status:Non-Exempt
Location:Hybrid: On-site 3-4 days a week
Department name: 10001101-Epidemiology
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/ .

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.

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Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine . Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry.This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/ .

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