Research Assistant (Health Policy and Management)

We are seeking a Research Assistant who will oversee 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. The Johns Hopkins Smoke Alarm Project is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Research Assistant to support project coordination, partner outreach, and smoke alarm logistics.

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

• Schedule and coordinate meetings with national and local partners.
• Order, track, and manage inventory of smoke alarms.
• Assist with outreach to current and prospective partners.
• Participate in meetings with partners and support follow-up communications.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to project activities.

• 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.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Comfortable interacting with a range of partners, including tribal organizations and national agencies.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow standardized procedures.
• Previous experience in project coordination, public health, or community outreach preferred.
• Proficiency with standard scheduling and office software (e.g., Outlook, Excel).
• Previous experience with meeting scheduling and coordination.

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: $17.65 - $31.05 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.) 
Employee group: Casual / On Call 
Schedule: Hours Vary: Up to 27 hours per week, including evening as needed 
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 
Location: Remote 
Department name: Health Policy & Management - Injury   
Personnel area: School of Public Health