Research Assistant

Johns Hopkins University

Johns Hopkins University

Baltimore, MD, USA
USD 17.2-30.3 / hour
Posted on Aug 29, 2025

We are seeking a Research Assistant. The Research Assistant oversees data collection, data organization, and/or data management or similar functions/tasks for research study(ies) in support of a Pl 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.


Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in related discipline.
  • 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
  • Master’s Degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, or related field.
  • MD, preferably with a focus in Infectious Diseases

Technical Skills and 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
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD
Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY ($45,760 targeted; Commensurate w/exp)
Employee group: Casual / On Call
Schedule: Days and hours may vary
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: School of Public Health - East Baltimore Campus
Department name: 10001144-Ctr for Immnztn Rsch Vaccine Scis CIR
Personnel area: School of Public Health