• Research Assistant (International Health) - #Staff

    Johns Hopkins University (Baltimore, MD)


    The Department of International Health at The Johns Hopkins School of Public Health is seeking a **_Research Assistant_** .

     

    The Research Assistant oversees data collection, data organization, and/or data management or similar functions/tasks for research study(ies) in support of a PI or a research team.

    Specific Duties & Responsibilities

    + Run routine and ad hoc reports.

    + Use standard tools and computer programs to review data.

    + Assist with data cleaning measures to ensure accuracy of data and preparation of tables.

    + Lead basic activities such as data collection and data entry.

    + May lead specific tasks and develop processes to ensure study activities occur effectively and efficiently.

    + May conduct literature searches to support faculty in research efforts.

    + May design and format papers/publications.

    + May assist PIs in writing summaries of papers for release as policy briefs or other channels.

    + Other duties as assigned.

    _In addition to the duties described above_

    + Ensure the research is gender-responsive, addressing and highlighting challenges related to gender equity.

    + Work closely with the IVAC team throughout the project. Regular communication and progress updates are expected.

    + Systematically search published peer-reviewed articles and grey literature.

    + Review literature and select the relevant literature.

    + Extract data from the literature and synthesize findings.

    Minimum Qualifications

    + Bachelor's Degree in a related field.

    + 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

    + Master’s Degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, or related field.

    + Prior research experience in systematic or scoping review.

    + Excellent writing and communication skills.

    + Experience working in international development, particularly in LMIC settings preferred.

    Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency

    + Analytical Skills - Awareness

    + Attention to Detail - Awareness

    + Data Management and Analysis - Awareness

    + Formatting and Layout Proficiency - Awareness

    + Information Gathering - Awareness

    + Oral and Written Communications - Awareness

    + Organizational 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 Assistant

    Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD

    Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)

     

    Employee group: Casual / On Call

     

    Schedule: Days and hours may vary

     

    FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

     

    Department name: IH - Social and Behavioral Interventions

     

    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.