Sr. Research Assistant

We are currently seeking a Sr. Research Assistant to assist study management with data collection and implementation for several cross-sectional and longitudinal projects. Topics of research include sex work, drug checking, substance use and HIV/STI risk, and rural health disparities among people who inject drugs. Will work closely with the Principal Investigator and other research team members (e.g., Study Directors and faculty) to support the conduct of the research. The primary role of the Sr. Research Assistant is to assist senior staff prepare for recruitment and subsequently oversee daily data collection. The role includes administrative responsibilities and fieldwork that occurs primarily during weekdays but may include weekend and evening hours. The incumbent will report to each study’s management team (PIs, Co-Is, Coordinators, etc.).

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with writing study manual of procedures; ensures adherence when operationalizing.
• Order and maintain supplies for office staff/faculty and for multiple, complex, research studies.
• Develop and maintain a new supply database; use the database to oversee all aspects of R01 study procurement.

• Assist in longitudinal survey creation using REDCAP and QDS software.
• Assist with data quality assurance and management.
• Operating a 30ft RV, driving to various recruitment locations throughout Baltimore City to recruit, interview, and COVID test study participants (CARE study).

• Serve as Field Staff Supervisor - provide feedback on any QA/QC issues to study management; provide general oversight of non-exempt, casual, and students.
• Oversee and maintain a fleet of study vehicles (3 motorhomes/RVs, a transit van, and a sedan).
• Transport study vehicles between multiple destinations as required (i.e., mechanic, RV and van service locations, dealerships, emissions testing.).
• Transport biological specimens to lab.
• Execute standard analyses and produce ad hoc reports related to study recruitment and retention.

• Bachelor's Degree in related discipline. 
• Two years of related experience.
• Additional graduate level education may substitute for required experience, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

• MPH or MS in relevant field preferred.

• Experience working with diverse populations.
• Conducting outreach and field data collection.

Classified Title: Sr. Research Assistant 
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MB  
Starting Salary Range: Min $40,900 - Max $71,600 Annually ($56,250 targeted; Commensurate with experience) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: Monday to Friday: 9 am – 5 pm 
Exempt Status: 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: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/

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 in