Johns Hopkins - Baltimore, MD
posted 5 months ago
The Department of Epidemiology at Johns Hopkins University is seeking to hire five Research Program Assistants for the Direct Cash Transfer for Prevention Interviewer role. This position is specifically designed for individuals with lived experiences of housing instability, who will conduct in-depth interviews with young people participating in a direct cash transfer for prevention intervention. The role requires a commitment of approximately 14-15 hours, which includes 3-4 hours of training followed by eight 1-hour interviews with participants. The interviews will focus on gathering qualitative data from youth experiencing homelessness, providing valuable insights into their experiences and challenges. As a Research Program Assistant, you will be responsible for participating in qualitative training that equips you with the necessary skills to conduct in-depth interviews effectively. You will also be tasked with scheduling interviews with identified participants, ensuring that the process is organized and efficient. Conducting these interviews will be a critical part of your role, as it involves engaging with young individuals who have faced housing instability, thereby contributing to the understanding of their needs and the impact of direct cash transfers on their lives. This position is remote, allowing for flexibility in scheduling and conducting interviews based on the availability of participants and training sessions.