What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Program Coordinator - 117702 position at The Johns Hopkins University?
Requisition ID: 117702
Research Program Coordinator
We are seeking a casual Research Program Coordinator who will support the Food Policy Solutions Focus Area at the Center for a Livable Future on several projects related to industrial food animal production (IFAP) and related food systems topics. Our work in this area is focused on informing public policies that address problems caused by the IFAP model and advancing the development of food production models that support public health, environmental justice, climate change mitigation, and animal welfare. The Research Program Coordinator will be supervised by the focus area lead and will work directly with senior staff and faculty on various projects.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Supporting analyses and development of translational materials related to public opinion polls and focus groups conducted through our Food Citizen project
- Drafting reports, policy briefs or other translational materials in support of CLF’s policy priorities
- Tracking and analyzing legislative and regulatory efforts related to key agriculture, climate and public health issues
- Conducting literature reviews and/or policy analyses
- Contributing to project tasks as needed, on topics such as food procurement policies, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, the US Agriculture Census, agriculture policies (such as the Farm Bill) and the advancement of alternative food production models).
- Other duties as assigned
- Ability to be task oriented, willingness to get clarification when needed, ability to close the loop on project, and follow up when responses needed.
- Self-starter with keen attention to detail.
- Strong verbal and excellent writing and analysis skills.
- Able to work independently and in teams.
- Bachelor's Degree in related field.
- Master’s Degree in related field
- Relevant professional experience.
- Familiarity with literature reviews, policy analyses, and/or qualitative and quantitative research methods.
- Strong interest in public policy, food system equity, and the public health impacts of agriculture, food animal production, and climate.
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Research Program Coordinator
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD
Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY ($52,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Casual / On Call
Schedule: Monday to Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Hybrid: On-site 1-2 days a week
Department name: 10001093-Center for a Livable Future
Personnel area: School of Public Health
Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.
Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: 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.
Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.
Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.
Diversity and Inclusion
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Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/.
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Hybrid: On-site 1-2 days a week
Salary : $17 - $30
