Research Assistant (SOM, Pediatric Adolescent Medicine)

Johns Hopkins University•Baltimore, MD

2d•$17 - $30•Hybrid

About The Position

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 Department of Pediatrics, Division of Adolescent & Young Adult Medicine is recruiting for a part-time Research Assistant who will assist in the day-to-day logistical and operational tasks involving the initiation and management of a study funded by the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI).

Requirements

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.
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

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of REDCap or similar software applications.
Related research experience.
Understanding of the informed consent process.
Spanish language proficiency is a desired attribute.

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.
Represent study team at study initiation/monitoring meetings.
Monitor protocol enrollment goals and collaborate in the development of recruitment strategies to ensure accrual / retention within goal time frames.
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.
Ensure and coordinate correct documentation of clinical study in medical record and appropriate protocol documents.
May design and format papers/publications.
May assist PIs in writing summaries of papers for release as policy briefs or other channels.
Maintain tracking database/spreadsheet.
Other duties as assigned.