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We are seeking a **_Research Project Assistant_** who will provide 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. This position assists with general duties in Dr. Quiros-Alcala’s Research Laboratory and assists with a study to better understand work exposures among Black and Latina hair salon workers. A large part of the work will entail conducting field visits to hair salons in Baltimore City and the surrounding area (within a 30-mile radius) to set up and pick up environmental monitoring equipment, collect biospecimens, and conduct interviews with salon workers.

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_

+ Scheduling visits at hair salons, calling participants to remind them of appointments, planning, and organizing appointments.

+ Assist with the collection of environmental samples, health measures, and biospecimens, obtaining informed consent from study participants, and administering questionnaires to participants.

+ Must be willing to drive to field sites in Baltimore and the surrounding area within a 30-mile radius and be able to have occasional schedule flexibility.

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

+ Driver's license and/or reliable transportation.

+ Bilingual (reading/speaking) in Spanish.

+ Proficiency with RedCap survey software.

+ Prior experience working in a laboratory setting.

+ Experience working in field studies.

+ Knowledgeable about and comfortable working with vulnerable communities and in team settings.

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: Casual / On Call

Schedule: Hours Vary

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department name: Environmental Health and Engineering

Personnel area: School of Public Health