Research Assistant, Environmental Health Data & Fieldwork

The Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 24,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore seeks a Research Assistant to oversee data collection, organization, and management for a study on work exposures among hair salon workers. The role includes coordinating field visits, collecting samples, and supporting publication-ready outputs.

The position involves hands-on data handling, experience with data review and reporting, and collaboration with the lab team in the School of Public Health. This is a full-time on-site role in Baltimore.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field is required.
• Experience with data collection, cleaning and management is expected.
• Ability to coordinate field activities and report results clearly.

Responsibilities

• Run routine and ad hoc reports.
• Use standard tools to review data.
• Assist with data cleaning to ensure accuracy and prepare tables.
• Lead basic data collection and data entry activities.
• May lead tasks and develop processes for study activities.
• May conduct literature searches to support faculty.
• May design and format papers/publications.
• May assist in writing summaries for policy briefs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Data Management

Formatting & Layout

Information Gathering

Oral & Written Communications

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore seeks a Research Assistant to oversee data collection, organization, and management for a study on work exposures among hair salon workers. The role includes coordinating field visits, collecting samples, and supporting publication-ready outputs.

The position involves hands-on data handling, experience with data review and reporting, and collaboration with the lab team in the School of Public Health. This is a full-time on-site role in Baltimore.