Research Project Assistant (International Health)
About The Position
The Research Project Assistant provides entry-level administrative support for a research project in the Department of International Health at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. The position assists with research activities that may include community outreach, data collection, sample collection, laboratory work, and field work. It collects and organizes data by implementing research procedures and understanding study goals. The role requires comfort engaging in direct and sensitive conversations with individuals and groups about suicide, suicidal ideation, and related behavioral health topics. The employee must maintain background clearance as required by the employer and collaborating agencies. Some evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required, and travel with overnight stays is required as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or graduation equivalent.
- Six months of work experience; additional education may substitute for required experience according to the JHU equivalency formula.
- Comfort engaging in direct and sensitive conversations about suicide, suicidal ideation, and related behavioral health topics.
- Maintain background clearance as required by the employer and collaborating agencies.
- Ability to travel with overnight stays as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Current driver’s license issued by the state of residence and a good driving record.
- Knowledge of local geography and culture.
- Prior work experience in the community.
Responsibilities
- Assist with collecting and organizing data according to study requirements, including conducting participant interviews, administering questionnaires, and background research.
- Assist with setting up tools and procedures for data collection and study processes.
- Enter data into the database.
- Run routine data queries.
- Perform basic literature searches.
- Complete other duties as assigned.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
