Research Assistant (SOM, Pediatric Adolescent Medicine)

We are seeking a Research Assistant who will oversees data collection, data organization, and/or data management or similar functions/tasks for research study(ies) in support of a PI or a research team. The Department of Pediatrics, Division of Adolescent & Young Adult Medicine is recruiting for a part-time Research Assistant who will assist in the day-to-day logistical and operational tasks involving the initiation and management of a study funded by the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI). Specific Duties & Responsibilities * Run routine and ad hoc reports. * Use standard tools and computer programs to review data. * Assist with data cleaning measures to ensure accuracy of data and preparation of tables. * Lead basic activities such as data collection and data entry. * Represent study team at study initiation/monitoring meetings. * Monitor protocol enrollment goals and collaborate in the development of recruitment strategies to ensure accrual / retention within goal time frames * May lead specific tasks and develop processes to ensure study activities occur effectively and efficiently. * May conduct literature searches to support faculty in research efforts. * Ensure and coordinate correct documentation of clinical study in medical record and appropriate protocol documents. * May design and format papers/publications. * May assist PIs in writing summaries of papers for release as policy briefs or other channels. * Maintain tracking database/spreadsheet. * Other duties as assigned. 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 a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Preferred Qualifications * Knowledge of REDCap or similar software applications. * Related research experience. * Understanding of the informed consent process. * Spanish language proficiency is a desired attribute. Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency * 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 The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs. Classified Title: Research Assistant Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY ($22.50 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Part-time Schedule: M-F; hours and days may vary FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Location: Hybrid/School of Medicine Campus Department name: SOM Ped Adolescent Medicine Personnel area: School of Medicine

Created: 2026-04-15