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Research Assistant

Johns Hopkins University
United States, New Mexico, Shiprock
Jan 29, 2025

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 aResearch Assistantwho 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

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.

EEOis the Law
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

Accommodation Information
If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit https://accessibility.jhu.edu/.

Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the COVID and 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.This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/.

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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