Research Assistant (Dept. of Population, Family, & Reproductive Health) - #Staff

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 Above_ Project Overview

• Young Men's Sexual and Reproductive Health Study.

This R21-funded study examines reproductive attitudes, behaviors, and sexual and reproductive health (SRH) needs of formerly incarcerated young men (ages 15-29) who have not yet fathered children. Using a socio-ecological framework, the project will identify upstream social determinants and barriers/facilitators to SRH education and care through semi-structured interviews with recently incarcerated young men (incarcerated within the past 12 months). Recruitment will target diverse young men across Maryland, Minnesota, and Texas. The Research Assistant will be a qualitative interviewer to conduct 1:1 semi-structured interviews (virtually via Zoom) with study participants. The interviewer will work closely with the PI and study team to ensure ethical, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive engagement with participants.

• 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 permitted by the JHU equivalency formula beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
• Preferred Qualifications
• + Bachelor's Degree in public health, social work, psychology, sociology, or related field + Experience conducting semi-structured qualitative interviews (preferably with young people and/or marginalized populations) + Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to establish rapport with participants from diverse backgrounds + Commitment to confidentiality, ethical research practices, and trauma-informed interviewing + Reliable internet access •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.

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Classified Title:

Research Assistant Job Posting Title (Working Title): Research Assistant (Dept. of Population, Family, & Reproductive Health)

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 FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt Location:

Remote Department name: Department of Population, Family and Reproductive Health Personnel area: School of Public HealthEqual 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.