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Research Assistant
Job Description
The Center for Indigenous Health (CIH) at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health is seeking a dedicated and motivated individual for a public health initiative aimed at enhancing sexual health and wellness among Native youth. We are seeking a Research Assistant who will play a crucial role in participant recruitment, retention, and communication across multiple sites, contributing to the improvement of health outcomes in Native communities.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Serve as a Research Assistant for the Center’s field-based projects.
- Specific responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following.
- As a research assistant for the public health initiative, you will support the day-to-day logistical and operational tasks necessary to successfully implement this initiative.
- Your specific responsibilities will include, but are not limited to,
- Assist in identifying, recruiting, and retaining youth participants for initiative and related activities.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with participants, families, and community stakeholders.
- Ensure data integrity and confidentiality in accordance with ethical research practices and institutional guidelines.
- Facilitate communication between project sites to ensure consistency and alignment in program delivery.
- Coordinate with local facilitators, volunteers, and coaches to support camp activities and participant engagement.
- Assist in cross-site support, requiring travel and overnight stays to provide on-the-ground assistance at various project locations.
- Assist in the planning and execution of initiative, including logistics, scheduling, and resource allocation.
- Support the development and adaptation of the health and wellness curriculum to align with cultural and community needs.
- Work closely with advisory board committees to integrate local perspectives and knowledge into program activities.
- Participate in community outreach events and meetings to promote the initiative and gather feedback.
- Prepare regular progress reports for project leadership and funding agencies.
- Document research activities, including participant interactions, data collection processes, and program outcomes.
This description is a general statement of required duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis; the Research Assistant will perform other related duties as assigned.
Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Proficiency in the use of computers, including software applications, databases, spreadsheets, and word processing.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Independent and self-motivated.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented.
- Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated strong, positive interpersonal skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively across disciplines and within a variety of cultures.
Other
- Current driver’s license issued by the state of residence and good driving record required.
- Ability to travel with overnight stays required as needed. Some evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required.
- May be required to float to other sites. Guidelines regarding travel time and project vehicle use will be clarified based on specific site needs.
- This position will maintain background clearance as required by the employer and any collaborating agencies.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in related discipline.
- Additional related experience may substitute for required education, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
- Fluency in Navajo or other Indigenous languages is a plus.
- Previous experience working on health initiatives within Indigenous communities, particularly with Native youth, is highly valued.
- Knowledge of community geography and navigating rural roads effectively and safely.
Classified Title: Research Assistant
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Research Assistant
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD
Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY ($37,440 targeted; Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday to Friday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
Location: MD - Other Location
Department name: 10001145-Center for Indigenous Health
Personnel area: School of Public Health
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