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Research Program Assistant
We are seeking a Research Program Assistant to support ongoing community-based transgender and nonbinary health and wellness surveillance. The individual will participate in data collection and/or recruitment activities, which may include consent procedures, participant screening and recruitment, interviewing using computerized interviewing tools, HIV testing and counseling, and/or referrals to appropriate services. Specific Duties & Responsibilities Data collection activities such as participant screening, obtaining informed consent Interviewing using computerized interviewing tools HIV counseling and testing Programmatic activities such as facilitating referrals and linkage to care Conduct participant recruitment and data collection activities, including field-based recruitment Conduct appropriate informed consent procedures Document interview summaries, observations, and field notes using a structured form Contribute to data coding and analysis as required Maintain compliance with IRB regulations and guidelines Actively communicate with supervising study team on collection and recruitment status Other duties as assigned Special Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Demonstrated experience working independently, works well in an unstructured environment, and as a team member Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality Strong attention to detail and protocol adherence, while maintaining flexibility to respond to multiple priorities. Strong organizational skills, punctuality and reliability, and ability to interact with a variety of people. Proficiency in computer systems and electronic communications Comfortable with data entry and able to adapt to new software with appropriate training. Able to occasionally work flexible hours to accommodate protocol needs. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or graduation equivalent. Some related experience. Additional education may substitute for required experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Preferred Qualifications Some college courses. Experience with research or data collection activities. Experience recruiting and/or interviewing study participants. Able to occasionally work flex hours. Maryland driver's license. Prior experience with study population(s) and/or other diverse populations. Maryland HIV pre- and post-test counseling certification. Experience with computers and data collection technologies.
Classified Title: Research Program Assistant
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CB
Starting Salary Range: Min $31,200-Max $46,800 Annually ($ 39,520 budgeted commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
Location: School of Public Health
Department name: HBS-Research Projects
Personnel area: School of Public Health Total Rewards
The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins University's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here:
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 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.
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.
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. EEO is the Law
Learn more: 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 View email address on diversityinresearch.careers. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit accessibility.jhu.edu.
Johns Hopkins has mandated COVID-19 and influenza vaccines, as applicable. The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. 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. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit and all other JHU applicants should visit The following additional provisions may apply, depending on 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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