Research Assistant – International Health

JHU EEHPC

. Run routine and ad hoc reports .

Posted 11/5/2026part-timeRemote • Maryland • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $18 - $31 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical skills and attention to detail in conducting research coding, literature reviews, and data management. Proficient in computational modeling and research data analysis to support effective study activities.

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Analytical SkillsComputational ModelingResearch Data AnalysisData ManagementOral and Written Communication

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Hard Skills

Data CleaningData EntryLiterature ReviewReliability CodingResearch CodingData AnalysisTable PreparationPublication FormattingModel Development

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Standard ToolsComputer Programs

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

ResearchFood SystemsPolicy Briefs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Run routine and ad hoc reports
Use standard tools and computer programs to review data
Assist with data cleaning to ensure data accuracy and prepare tables
Lead basic data collection and data entry activities
Lead specific tasks and develop processes to ensure study activities occur effectively and efficiently
Conduct literature searches and reviews to support faculty research and model development
Design and format papers and publications
Assist PIs in writing paper summaries for policy briefs or other channels
Conduct reliability coding for the TikTok research project
Assist with computational model development for food systems research
Support research data analysis and interpretation of findings
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

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, subject to the JHU equivalency formula
Strong analytical skills and ability to conduct research coding and literature reviews
Experience with computational modeling and research data analysis
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
Successful candidate(s) subject to a pre-employment background check
Seasonal flu vaccination required, subject to permitted exceptions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Total rewards package supporting health, life, career, and retirement
Seasonal flu vaccine required by Johns Hopkins University, with exceptions for religious beliefs or medical reasons
Required vaccinations for applicable positions provided at no cost in the Occupational Health office
Accommodation support during the pre-employment process
Applicants completing their final academic semester/quarter may be considered eligible for employment
Equal opportunity employment