Research Assistant; Research Administration

Overview

The Johns Hopkins School of Nursing is seeking a Research Assistant (RA) to assist across several research studies. The RA will help support the facilitation of these studies on a casual basis. The RA works under the supervision of the Principal Investigator or senior research staff and independently conducts a variety of operational and technical activities key to the conduct of and direction of the research.

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.

• 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.
• Recruitment and outreach to study participants.
• Enroll study participants.
• Administer informed consent with participants.
• Conduct in person interviews with study participants.
• Flexibility in scheduling is required to accommodate participants  schedules.
• Participate in team meetings, presenting research findings and contributing to scientific discussions.
• Contribute to writing and publishing research papers, conference abstracts, and grant proposals.
• May lead specific tasks and develop processes to ensure study activities occur effectively and efficiently.
• Design and set up standard operating procedures.
• Oversee data collection.
• Analyze data under general oversight and make data-driven recommendations.
• Other study-related tasks.

• 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.

• Master s Degree.
• Collaborative and with strong relationship-building skills.
• Organized, efficient and detail oriented.
• Able to handle multiple tasks and assignments.
• Independent learner and worker.
• Flexible and adaptable.
• Ability to follow protocols, policies, and procedures and respond appropriately when presented with novel situations.

• 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: ACRO
40/E/03/CD

Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY ($23,441 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)

Employee group:
Casual / On Call

Schedule:

Monday - Friday (up to 27 hours per week)

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Location:

Hybrid/School of Nursing

Department name:
Research Administration

Personnel area:
School of Nursing

The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will depend on factors such as location, skills, work experience, and education. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports health, life, career and retirement.

More information can be found here:
Johns Hopkins benefits and life/work options.

Education and Experience Equivalency:
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow the JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience.

Applicants Completing Studies:
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks:
The successful candidate(s) will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude employment; the university will review each case to determine relevance to the role.

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