Research Assistant (Epidemiology)

Johns Hopkins University
United States, Maryland, Baltimore
Jul 19, 2026
The *Research Assistant* oversees 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. This position will support research activities for an NIH-funded study as well as other research activities primarily focusing on addressing the overdose crisis in Baltimore. The position will require the applicant to be familiar with qualitative and quantitative data analysis, strong technical writing skills, meticulous attention to detail, and meeting strict deadlines. 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 described above Supporting development of qualitative and quantitative data collection instruments. Cleaning and analyzing qualitative data. Supporting stakeholder engagement activities, including tracking outreach and drafting communications. Supporting development of systems of management for research activities, including tracking intervention implementation. Draft technical reports for key stakeholders and assist with literature reviews for grants and manuscripts. 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 Microsoft products (particularly OneDrive). Experience using NVivo. 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 Job Posting Title (Working Title):Research Assistant (Epidemiology) Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD Starting Salary Range: Min $33,540- Max $59,085 (Commensurate W/exp.) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: Monday to Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm FLSA Status:Non-Exempt Location: Remote Department name: Department of Epidemiology Personnel area: School of Public Health >