Research Assistant Job at Kennedy Krieger Institute USA
Are you searching for a meaningful Research Assistant job in the USA that combines clinical research, neuroscience, and real-world patient impact? This Developmental Neurology Job at the renowned Kennedy Krieger Institute in Baltimore offers an excellent opportunity for early-career professionals and job opportunities for life science graduates to work alongside leading neurologists at Johns Hopkins Medicine.
About the Kennedy Krieger Institute
The Kennedy Krieger Institute is a world-renowned center affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine, specializing in pediatric developmental disabilities and neurological disorders. Through Kennedy Krieger Institute careers, professionals contribute to groundbreaking research, patient care, and education aimed at improving the lives of children and families globally.
Job Details
- Job Title: Research Assistant I – Developmental Neurology
- Vacancy ID: 12619
- Position Category: Research & Laboratories
- Department: Neurology & Developmental Medicine (NDM) – Developmental Neurology
- Employment Type: Regular, Full-Time
- Hours: 40.00 per week
- Location: Baltimore, Maryland, United States
- Work Address: 801 N. Broadway
Overview
The Research Assistant I provides research support to a neurological Principal Investigator and the Head of the Kennedy Krieger Institute–Johns Hopkins Medicine Sturge-Weber Syndrome Center. The role supports research goals, objectives, and protocols while functioning within the Neurology & Developmental Medicine Practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in clinical research studies focused on Sturge-Weber Syndrome
- Organize research activities, including collection of measures per protocol from research subjects, parents, and clinic staff
- Collaborate with research participants at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and interact with patients and families
- Support coordination and communication of research projects in accordance with funding agency award statements
- Assist with participant recruitment and implementation of study protocols
- Conduct telephone screenings and schedule research evaluations
- Maintain research appointment schedules
- Support subject recruitment activities, including mailings, posting flyers, and contacting external agencies
- Score research assessments, verify scoring accuracy, and enter data into research databases
- Obtain, organize, and track medical records for research participants
- Assist with writing procedure sheets, data sheets, and other research-related documentation
- Support acquisition, maintenance, and tracking of research data
- Assist in developing databases and data-tracking systems
- Train new staff, students, and volunteers on research protocols
- Conduct literature reviews and assist with writing results of ongoing studies, including submissions for conferences, peer-reviewed publications, and grant applications
- Assist with preparation of presentations for internal and external educational and recruitment purposes
- Perform other duties as assigned
Education for a Research Assistant Job
- Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Biology, or a related subfield (required)
Experience
- Minimum of 1 year of biomedical or social research experience preferred
- Familiarity with child development preferred
- Knowledge of human genetics preferred
Related Training & Skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
- Experience with business and research-related software applications (e.g., STATA)
Compensation
- Minimum Salary: USD $36,955.98 per year
- Maximum Salary: USD $60,296.50 per year
