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The Center for Indigenous Health (CIH), part of The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health is seeking a **_Research Project Assistant._**

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 setting up 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 research procedures (screening, informed consent, questionnaires, etc.).

+ 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.

+ Completing required research training and certifications.

+ Facilitating community-based meetings/events and presenting study updates.

+ Collaborating with the study team, attending staff meetings, and supporting general study operations.

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

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.

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

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.