Research Assistant - Casual (Data Science and Artificial Intelligence)

Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University

Software Engineering, Data Science

Baltimore, MD, USA

USD 17.65-31.05 / hour

Posted on Oct 15, 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.


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.


Classified Title: Research Assistant
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Research Assistant - Casual (Data Science and Artificial Intelligence)
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD
Starting Salary Range: $17.65 - $31.05 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Casual / On Call
Schedule: M-F
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Mount Washington Campus
Department name: DSAI Institute
Personnel area: Whiting School of Engineering