Research Assistant (Health Policy and Management)

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 described above * The candidate will assist with government support and evaluation projects, including but not limited to, * Opioid litigation tracking and website updates. * Drafting website posts. * Conducting/supporting all elements of the opioid settlement fund tracking project. * Posting on social media. * Attending meetings related to the opioid litigation. The candidate will have opportunities to assist with evaluation and assessment projects. Tasks may include, * Data collection. * Data cleaning and analysis support. * Research and literature reviews. * Drafting memos/reports. * Administrative supports. 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 beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Preferred Qualifications * Experience in data curation and analysis. * Strong writing skills. * Ability to perform literature reviews and draft memos/reports. * Prior research experience preferred. 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 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: Up to 20 hours per week FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Location: Remote Department name: Health Policy & Management -IHSP Personnel area: School of Public Health