• Research Project Assistant - #Staff

    Johns Hopkins University (Whiteriver, AZ)


    The Department of International Health is seeking a **_Research Project Assistant_** for The Center for Indigenous Health (CIH).

     

    The Research Project Assistant provides entry-level administrative support for a research project. Will assist with tasks that may include community outreach, data collection, sample collection, laboratory work, and/or field work. Collects and/or organizes data through implementation of research procedures and understanding of research goals.

    Specific Duties & Responsibilities

    + Assist with collection and organization of data per study requirements, e.g. participant interviews, administer questionnaires, conduct background research, etc.

    + Assist with setup of tools and procedures for data collection and study processes.

    + Enter data into the database.

    + Run routine queries of the data.

    + Perform basic literature searches.

    + Other duties as assigned.

    _In addition to the duties described above_

    + Conducting clinical research procedures (screening, informed consent, questionnaires, specimen collection, and sample processing).

    + Collecting, coding, entering, and maintaining data and ensuring accuracy and organization of case files.

    + Serving as the primary contact for study participants, including scheduling, escorting, providing follow-up, and transportation as needed.

    + Traveling regularly to community-based trainings, JHU worksites, and fulfilling other Center-wide programmatic duties as needed.

    + Must be comfortable collecting saliva, urine, or blood samples from participants.

    Minimum Qualifications

    + High school diploma or graduation equivalent.

    + Six months of work experience.

    + 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

    + Native language speaker.

    + Ability to translate technical medical terminology and concepts into relatable language and examples.

    + Knowledge of local geography and culture, prior work experience in this community.

    + Prior research experience.

    + Proficiency in the use of computers, including software applications, databases, spreadsheets, and Word Processing.

    + Excellent organizational and time management skills.

    + Independent and self-motivated.

    + Highly organized and detail oriented.

    + Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities.

    + Excellent oral and written communication skills.

    + Demonstrated strong, positive interpersonal skills.

    + Ability to communicate effectively across disciplines and within a variety of cultures.

    Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency

    + Analytical Skills - Awareness

    + Data Entry - Awareness

    + Electronic Office Tools - 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

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

    Starting Salary Range: $15.40 - $23.25 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)

     

    Employee group: Full Time

     

    Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

     

    FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

     

    Department name: Center for Indigenous Health

    Personnel area: School of Public Health

    The listed salary range represents the minimum and maximum Johns Hopkins University offers for this position, based on a good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary depending on factors such as location, skills, experience, market conditions, education, and internal equity. Not all candidates will qualify for the highest salary in the range.

     

    Johns Hopkins provides a comprehensive benefits package supporting health, career, and retirement. Learn more: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

     

    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.

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