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Johns Hopkins University Research Assistant in Baltimore, Maryland
The Department of Pediatrics is seeking a Research Assistant (RA) in the Infectious Disease division. The successful candidate will help investigate the long term impacts of SARS/COVID-19 on the pediatric population. The position will involve consent and recruitment of children and families in a clinical practice at the Johns Hopkins Community Physicians Remington location. After designated patient visits, the RA will provide details to families regarding participation in the study and administer a survey. They will help store the survey in a manner compliant with privacy and safety protocols and share the data with the team. They will keep a running list of patients, following up with outreach biannually.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Screening, recruiting and consenting patients in a cohort study at the Johns Hopkins Community Physicians medical practice Remington.
Administering survey study to participants.
Obtaining saliva and/or blood samples from patients.
Entering and storing patient baseline and survey data.
Maintaining database of survey participants.
Following up with survey participants biannually or annually, as directed.
Additional Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities
Self-motivated with good organizational skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Works will in a collaborative, team-based setting.
Demonstrates professionalism, cultural competence, and strong interpersonal skills.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in related discipline.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous work or research experience with pediatric populations.
Experience with RedCap or other database platforms.
Experience obtaining informed consent from human subjects.
Experience with Microsoft Excel and/or Access; previous experience in health-related settings.
Ability to be team oriented, flexible, and possess the ability to work independently.
Classified Title: Research Assistant
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD
Starting Salary Range: $17.00 - $30.00 HRLY ($46,000 targeted; Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30 - 5:00 pm
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
Location: School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM Ped Infectious Disease
Personnel area: School of Medicine
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Johns Hopkins University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. The university promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.
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