Research Assistant (Department of Mental Health)

Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University

Full-time

Baltimore, MD, USA

USD 17.65-31.05 / hour

Posted on Sep 19, 2026

We are seeking a Research Assistant who will oversee 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.

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.
  • 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.
  • May design and format papers/publications.
  • May assist PIs in writing summaries of papers for release as policy briefs or other channels.
  • Other duties as assigned.

In Addition to the Duties Listed Above the Research Assistant will

  • Assist in the development and management of the study database.
  • Assist in the development and management of the study electronic surveys.
  • Assist in developing study standard operating procedures.
  • Assist in the development of the study research participant payment protocol and management of the study participant payments.
  • Assist in the creation of data sets for analysis and deposit in the funder’s repository.
  • Participate in an on-call weeknight evening or weekend day once a week.


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
  • Proficiency in Access, Excel, Qualtrics, and SPSS
  • Training in psychological research methods

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: $17.65 - $31.05 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Schedule Varies.
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Hybrid/School of Public Health
Department name: Mental Health Research Projects
Personnel area: School of Public Health