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Research Assistant (Department of Mental Health)

Johns Hopkins University
$17.65/hr-$31.05/hr
United States, Maryland, Baltimore
Sep 20, 2026
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 Abovethe Research Assistant will Assist in the development and management of the study database. Assist in the development and management of the study electronic surveys. Assist in developing study standard operating procedures. Assist in the development of the study research participant payment protocol and management of the study participant payments. Assist in the creation of data sets for analysis and deposit in the funder's repository. Participate in an on-call weeknight evening or weekend day once a week. 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 Proficiency in Access, Excel, Qualtrics, and SPSS Training in psychological research methods 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: $17.65 - $31.05 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: Schedule Varies. FLSA Status:Non-Exempt Location: Hybrid/School of Public Health Department name: Mental Health Research Projects Personnel area: School of Public Health >