Research Project Assistant (Department of Epidemiology)

The ALIVE study is a long-standing (~40 years) cohort of people who inject drugs in Baltimore – the study began in response to the HIV pandemic with a focus on understanding the incidence and natural history of HIV among people who inject drugs. The study has enrolled nearly 6000 participants over this time period and continues to follow participants semi-annually within a research clinic.

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 the implementation of research procedures and understanding of research goals. This position, which reports directly to the Clinic Supervisor, will be responsible for conducting study visits with participants. The primary duties will be to administer study questionnaires and perform other assessments, like blood pressure, height, and weight measurement, functional assessments, as well as HIV rapid testing.

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 setup of 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 described above:

Administer questionnaires using an online platform (REDCap) and functional assessments/vital signs to participants in the ALIVE study and other related substudies.
Cover for the receptionist, support substudies within ALIVE, and administer HIV Rapid testing with pre and post-test counseling.
Offer/educate participants on available ORP (overdose response program) supplies, including Narcan and drug testing strips.
Perform blood and urine collection procedures for the ALIVE study and substudies.
Process and package specimens, transport specimens to the lab, and coordinate and respond to lab inquiries.
Although there is a full-time phlebotomist on staff, this position may also provide back-up phlebotomy support.

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

Phlebotomy experience.

Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency

Analytical Skills - Awareness
Data Entry - Awareness
Electronic Office Tools - Awareness
Information Gathering - Awareness
Interpersonal Skills - Awareness
Oral & 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: ACRO40/E/02/CB
Starting Salary Range: $15.40 - $23.25 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday to Friday: 8:30am – 5:00pm
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: School of Public Health
Department name: Epidemiology
Personnel area: School of Public Health

Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Accommodation Information
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Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University requires all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry.

The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.

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