Research Assistant

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. The School of Medicine's MRI Service Center invites applications for the role of Research Assistant. This entry-level position, under the supervision of the Center Director and other senior staff, plays a crucial role in facilitating the implementation of research studies within the MRI Service Center.

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 assigned above:

• Assist and coordinate with users to manage research participant scheduling and address any related issues.
• Prepare MRI scanner for research participants and set up scanner table prior to scans, including assisting with patient positioning as necessary.
• Undertake various administrative tasks to support the center, including generating weekly reports, organizing monthly meetings, creating agendas, and summarizing meeting discussions.
• Adhere to infection control and MRI safety protocols at all times.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in related discipline. 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

Previous experience in healthcare. CPR certification (optional).

Classified Title: Research Assistant

Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD

Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 Targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: M-F 8:30-5p

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Location: School of Medicine Campus

Department name: SOM Rad MR Research

Personnel area: School of Medicine