Research Assistant (Center for Technology in Education)

September 9, 2026

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We are seeking a Research Assistant to 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 and 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. Preferred Qualifications * Master's Degree in a related field. 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. * * * Job Posting Title (Working Title): Research Assistant (Center for Technology in Education) Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY ($30.30 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.). Employee group: Casual / On Call Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00 M - 4:30 PM FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Location: Remote Department name: Center for Technology in Education (CTE) Personnel area: School of Education

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