The Center for Indigenous Health (CIH) at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health is seeking a dedicated and motivated individual for a public health initiative aimed at enhancing sexual health and wellness among Native youth. We are seeking a Research Assistant who will play a crucial role in participant recruitment, retention, and communication across multiple sites, contributing to the improvement of health outcomes in Native communities.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Serve as a Research Assistant for the Center’s field-based projects.
• Specific responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following.
• As a research assistant for the public health initiative, you will support the day-to-day logistical and operational tasks necessary to successfully implement this initiative.
• Your specific responsibilities will include, but are not limited to,
  
• Assist in identifying, recruiting, and retaining youth participants for initiative and related activities.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with participants, families, and community stakeholders.
• Ensure data integrity and confidentiality in accordance with ethical research practices and institutional guidelines.
• Facilitate communication between project sites to ensure consistency and alignment in program delivery.
• Coordinate with local facilitators, volunteers, and coaches to support camp activities and participant engagement.
• Assist in cross-site support, requiring travel and overnight stays to provide on-the-ground assistance at various project locations.
• Assist in the planning and execution of initiative, including logistics, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Support the development and adaptation of the health and wellness curriculum to align with cultural and community needs.
• Work closely with advisory board committees to integrate local perspectives and knowledge into program activities.
• Participate in community outreach events and meetings to promote the initiative and gather feedback.
• Prepare regular progress reports for project leadership and funding agencies.
• Document research activities, including participant interactions, data collection processes, and program outcomes.

This description is a general statement of required duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis; the Research Assistant will perform other related duties as assigned.

Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency in the use of computers, including software applications, databases, spreadsheets, and word processing.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Independent and self-motivated.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated strong, positive interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively across disciplines and within a variety of cultures.

Other

• Current driver’s license issued by the state of residence and good driving record required.
• Ability to travel with overnight stays required as needed. Some evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required.
• May be required to float to other sites. Guidelines regarding travel time and project vehicle use will be clarified based on specific site needs.
• This position will maintain background clearance as required by the employer and any collaborating agencies.

• Bachelor's Degree in related discipline.
• Additional related experience may substitute for required education, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

• Fluency in Navajo or other Indigenous languages is a plus.
• Previous experience working on health initiatives within Indigenous communities, particularly with Native youth, is highly valued.
• Knowledge of community geography and navigating rural roads effectively and safely.

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 ($37,440 targeted; Commensurate with experience) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: Monday to Friday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm 
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt 
Location: MD - Other Location 
Department name: 10001145-Center for Indigenous Health 
Personnel area: School of Public Health