Research Project Assistant II (Department of Mental Health

We are seeking a Research Project Assistant II who will support the conduct of a research project. Collects and organizes data through study-specific procedures that may include community outreach, data collection, sample collection, laboratory work, and/or field work. Provides general administrative support for meetings/events, communications, reporting, etc.

• Assist in developing operational plans to meet research goals.
• Set up tools and procedures for data collection and study processes.
• Collect and organize data per study requirements, e.g. participant interviews, administer questionnaires; conduct background research, laboratory processing, etc.
• Process data by organizing data records and study files.
• Run basic analyses and prepare routine reports.
• Perform literature searches, abstract data from literature searches and index gathered data.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Experienced Research Interviewers (also known as Research Project Assistant II) are sought to conduct lengthy face-to-face interviews and extensive cognitive assessments with adults in their mid-40’s living in the community. Interviewers are responsible for implementing under unpredictable and varying field conditions a complex data collection protocol consisting of 2 separate visits to respondents’ homes, within a 2-hour radius of Johns Hopkins East Baltimore Campus.
• Interviewers will need to be able to easily build rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds, at times in unpredictable and chaotic environments.
• 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 is essential for the successful completion of the required work.

Interviewers will

• Trace and locate participants who were last contacted 13+ years ago.
• Recruit, schedule and conduct study visits according to approved protocol.
• Must pass certification to administer Cognitive Neuropsychological Assessments and structured interview, within two attempts.
• Use Electronic Data Capture system daily.

• High school diploma or graduation equivalent.
• One year of related experience.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have reliable access to a vehicle for work-related travel.
• This position requires frequent travel to participant locations up to two (2) hours from campus and applicants must be able to independently fulfill these travel requirements.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field
• Public Health, Psychology, or Sociology backgrounds or related experience.
• Accuracy, attention to detail, organization of materials, and ability to manage time effectively are needed in order to succeed as a Field Interviewer.
• Proficiency with laptops, tablets, computers, and MS Office applications or ability to learn relatively quickly.
• Prior experience handling confidential data and/or administering cognitive assessment measures are not essential, as some training will be provided, but would be a significant advantage.
• Excellent communication skills and flexibility with study participants. Interviewers need to also be able to communicate effectively with the study team and show willingness to engage in continuous skills development.

• Administrative Skills
  - Awareness
• Analytical Skills
  - Awareness
• Data Entry
  - Awareness
• Data Management and Analysis
  - 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 II

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

Starting Salary Range: $16.10 - $26.90 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