Job Description

We are seeking a **_Research Project Assistant_** who will provide entry-level administrative support for a research project. Will assist with tasks that may include community outreach, data collection, sample collection, laboratory work, and/or field work. Collects and/or organizes data through implementation of research procedures and understanding of research goals. This position assists with general duties in Dr. Quiros-Alcala's Research Laboratory and assists with a study to better understand work exposures among Black and Latina hair salon workers. A large part of the work will entail conducting field visits to hair salons in Baltimore City and the surrounding area (within a 30-mile radius) to set up and pick up environmental monitoring equipment, collect biospecimens, and conduct interviews with salon workers. **Specific Duties & Responsibilities** + Assist with collection and organization of data per study requirements, e.g. participant interviews, administer questionnaires, conduct background research, etc. + Assist with setup of tools and procedures for data collection and study processes. + Enter data into the database. + Run routine queries of the data. + Perform basic literature searches. + Other duties as assigned. _In addition to the duties described above_ + Scheduling visits at hair salons, calling participants to remind them of appointments, planning, and organizing appointments. + Assist with the collection of environmental samples, health measures, and biospecimens, obtaining informed consent from study participants, and administering questionnaires to participants. + Must be willing to drive to field sites in Baltimore and the surrounding area within a 30-mile radius and be able to have occasional schedule flexibility. **Minimum Qualifications** + High school diploma or graduation equivalent. + Six months of work experience. + 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** + Driver's license and/or reliable transportation. + Bilingual (reading/speaking) in Spanish. + Proficiency with RedCap survey software. + Prior experience working in a laboratory setting. + Experience working in field studies. + Knowledgeable about and comfortable working with vulnerable communities and in team settings. **Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency:** + Analytical Skills - Awareness + Data Entry - Awareness + Electronic Office Tools - Awareness + Information Gathering - Awareness + Interpersonal Skills - Awareness + Oral and Written Communications - Awareness + Organizational Skills - 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 Assistant Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CB Starting Salary Range: $15.40 - $23.25 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Casual / On Call Schedule: Hours Vary FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Location: School of Public Health Department name: Environmental Health and Engineering Personnel area: School of Public Health

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Work experience placement, Casual work, Work at office,

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