| General summary/purpose: The Research Program Assistant (RPA) will contribute to the field activities for a community health project among individuals who identify as transgender or non-binary that is intended to identify the strengths and assets, and understand health, social, and service needs of transgender and non-binary individuals living in and around Baltimore City and inform local health and wellness services. The RPA will work closely with the field supervisor to manage participant flow, schedule appointments, interact with study participants, and implement field site safety precautions. Additional duties may include the provision of referrals and participation in data collection activities. Specific Duties/Responsibilities: The RPA will be responsible for all front desk activities, including distributing, monitoring, and managing all coupon activities, scheduling and managing participant flow, distributing and accounting for reimbursements, interacting with study participants, and implementing field site safety precautions. Additional duties may include the provision of referrals and participation in data collection activities. This description is a general statement of required duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned. Minimum qualifications: High School Diploma/GED. Some related experience. The successful candidate must be attentive to detail, able to work independently and in a team setting, and able to interact with a variety of people. JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job. Preferred qualifications: Some college courses preferred. Prefer some related coursework or administrative experience. Knowledgeable about transgender and non-binary communities and/or other marginalized communities. Comfort with basic computer programs preferred. Special knowledge, skills, and abilities: - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Demonstrated experience working independently and ability to work well in an unstructured environment as well as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and protocol adherence, while maintaining flexibility to respond to multiple priorities.
- Demonstrated experience with study population and/or other marginalized populations.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to interact with a variety of people.
- Proficiency in computer systems and electronic communications.
- Able to occasionally work flexible hours to accommodate protocol needs.
Classified Title: Research Program Assistant
Working Title: Coupon Coordinator
Role/Level/Range: ACRO37.5/02/CB
Starting Salary Range: $13.00 - $16.93/hour (commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: M-F, 9am-5pm
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
Location: 05-MD:School of Public Health
Department name: 10001130-Research Projects
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