Research Project Coordinator (International Health)

Johns Hopkins University

Johns Hopkins University

Administration
Baltimore, MD, USA
USD 17.2-30.3 / hour
Posted on Dec 6, 2025

The Center for Human Nutrition at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health is seeking a Research Project Coordinator.

The Research Project Coordinator administratively coordinates research protocol implementation, typically for a single study. Will ensure the 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, administer 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

  • Assist with literature reviews/systematic reviews.
  • Assist with qualitative research (e.g., interviews).
  • Assist with the operation of the PI’s Digital Food Environment and Nutrition lab.
  • Assist with and lead grant preparation.
  • Assist with and lead manuscript preparation.


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 high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.


Preferred Qualifications
  • One year of related experience.
  • Related undergraduate or work experience in research.

Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency

  • Administrative Skills - Awareness
  • Clinical Trial Management System - 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
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD
Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY ($12,750 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Casual / On Call
Schedule: Causal position. Days and hours may vary
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Hybbrid/School of Medicine Campus
Department name: Human Nutrition
Personnel area: School of Public Health