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Drug Checking & Community Outreach Specialist (Health Behavior Society) - #Staff
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What they do
A Survey Researcher designs and conducts surveys, and analyzes data collected in surveys, including internet, phone, mail or personal interview surveys. Creates surveys designed to collect marketing information, information for scientific research, or public opinion information. Uses statistical analysis to look at how well a survey sample represents a larger population.
$104,508 / year median in Maryland
+6% projected growth
Job Description
The Health Behavior and Society Department is seeking a
- _Drug Checking & Community Outreach Specialist._
- The Drug Checking & Community Outreach Specialist administratively coordinates research protocol implementation, typically for a single study. Will ensure efficient logistical implementation of the study activities and provide administrative support for all related issues.
- Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- + Coordinate all activities of a research study to ensure validity of findings.
+ Work with the Principal Investigator or senior research staff to develop operational plans to meet research goals.
+ Develop tools and procedures for data collection and study processes.
+ Collect and organize data per study requirements, e.g., participant interviews, administering questionnaires; conduct background research, laboratory processing, etc.
+ Ensure adherence to protocols and procedures.
+ Assist with setup of data collection system and enter and organize data.
+ Oversee record management for research study.
+ Oversee budget expenditures for study operations.
+ Assist in coordinating study meetings.
+ Participate in study meetings and provide updates on protocol implementation status and make recommendations on operational issues.
+ Conduct literature searches to provide background information.
+ Other duties as assigned. _In addition to the duties described above_
+ Perform on-site point-of-care drug checking with an infrared spectrometer and test strips on mobile van and/or at fixed sites in partnership with local service providers.
+ Collect, record, and manage sample
- and project-level data for a variety of audiences. + Conduct community outreach. + Research, develop, and implement communication and educational materials. + On-call one weekend per month to respond to lab equipment alerts.
- 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 HS diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
- Preferred Qualifications
- + Prior experience doing community outreach in syringe services or other harm reduction and/or drug checking programs + Valid driver's license and ability to drive large vehicles.
- Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency
- + Administrative Skills
- Awareness + Data Entry
- Awareness + Interpersonal Skills
- Awareness + Literature Reviews
- Awareness + Oral and Written Communications
- Awareness + Organizational Skills
- Awareness + Project Coordination
- Awareness + Research and Analytical 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 Project Coordinator Job Posting Title (Working Title): Drug Checking & Community Outreach Specialist (Health Behavior Society)
Role/Level/Range:
ACRO40/E/03/CD
Starting Salary Range:
$17.65
- $31.
05 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group:
Full Time Schedule:
May vary day-to-day, but always within Monday to Friday 8:30am-5pm
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt Location:
School of Public Health Department name: HBS-Research Projects 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.