Research Assistant (Dept. of Population, Family, & Reproductive Health)

We are seeking a Research Assistant who will oversee data collection, data organization, and/or data management or similar functions/tasks for research study(ies) in support of a PI or a research team. Specific Duties & Responsibilities • Run routine and ad hoc reports. • Use standard tools and computer programs to review data. • Assist with data cleaning measures to ensure accuracy of data and preparation of tables. • Lead basic activities such as data collection and data entry. • May lead specific tasks and develop processes to ensure study activities occur effectively and efficiently. • May conduct literature searches to support faculty in research efforts. • May design and format papers/publications. • May assist PIs in writing summaries of papers for release as policy briefs or other channels. • Other duties as assigned. In Addition to the Duties Listed Above Project Overview - Young Men’s Sexual and Reproductive Health Study. This R21-funded study examines reproductive attitudes, behaviors, and sexual and reproductive health (SRH) needs of formerly incarcerated young men (ages 15–29) who have not yet fathered children. Using a socio-ecological framework, the project will identify upstream social determinants and barriers/facilitators to SRH education and care through semi-structured interviews with recently incarcerated young men (incarcerated within the past 12 months). Recruitment will target diverse young men across Maryland, Minnesota, and Texas. The Research Assistant will be a qualitative interviewer to conduct 1:1 semi-structured interviews (virtually via Zoom) with study participants. The interviewer will work closely with the PI and study team to ensure ethical, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive engagement with participants. Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree in a related field. • Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education permitted by the JHU equivalency formula beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor’s Degree in public health, social work, psychology, sociology, or related field • Experience conducting semi-structured qualitative interviews (preferably with young people and/or marginalized populations) • Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to establish rapport with participants from diverse backgrounds • Commitment to confidentiality, ethical research practices, and trauma-informed interviewing • Reliable internet access Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency • Analytical Skills - Awareness • Attention to Detail - Awareness • Data Management and Analysis - Awareness • Formatting and Layout Proficiency - Awareness • Information Gathering - Awareness • Oral and Written Communications - Awareness • Organizational 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 Assistant Job Posting Title (Working Title): Research Assistant (Dept. of Population, Family, & Reproductive Health) Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Casual / On Call Schedule: Hours Vary FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Location: Remote Department name: Department of Population, Family and Reproductive Health Personnel area: School of Public Health