Research Project Assistant; Department of Mental Health

Position: Research Project Assistant (Department of Mental Health)
We are seeking a Research Project Assistant who will provide entry-level administrative support for a research project. Will assist with tasks that may include community outreach, data collection, sample collection, laboratory work, and/or field work. Collects and/or organizes data through implementation of research procedures and understanding of research goals.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

* Assist with collection and organization of data per study requirements, e.g. participant interviews, administer questionnaires; conduct background research, etc.

* Assist with setting up tools and procedures for data collection and study processes.

* Enter data into the database.

* Run routine queries of the data.

* Perform basic literature searches.

* Other duties as assigned.

In Addition to the Duties Listed Above

* The Research Project Assistant will need a license and access to a car. This position requires traveling up to two (2) hours from campus to conduct study visits

* Need to be able to easily build rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds, at times in unpredictable and chaotic environments.

Minimum Qualifications

* High school diploma or graduation equivalent.

* Six months of work experience.

* 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.

Preferred Qualifications

* Bachelor's Degree or background in Public Health, Psychology, or Sociology.

* Prior experience handling confidential data and/or administering cognitive assessment measures is not essential, as some training will be provided, but would be a significant advantage.

* Accuracy, attention to detail, organization of materials, and ability to manage time effectively

* Proficiency with laptops, tablets, computers, and MS Office applications, or the ability to learn relatively quickly, is expected.

* Ability to communicate effectively with the public as well as family "gatekeepers", while keeping data confidential, is important

* Creative problem-solving and grit in the face of challenges are essential for the successful completion of the required work

* Excellent communication skills and flexibility with study participants

* Ability to communicate effectively with the study team and show willingness to engage in continuous skills development.

Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency

* Analytical Skills - Awareness

* Data Entry - Awareness

* Electronic Office Tools - Awareness

* Information Gathering - Awareness

* Interpersonal Skills - Awareness

* Oral and Written Communications - Awareness

* Organizational

Skills:

Awareness

* Research and Analytical

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 Project Assistant

Role/Level/Range: ACRO
40/E/02/CB

Starting Salary Range: $15.40 - $23.25 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)

Employee group:
Full Time

Schedule:

Monday to Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Location:

Hybrid/School of Public Health

Department name:
Mental Health Research Projects

Personnel area:
School of Public Health