The division of Ophthalmology is seeking a **_Research Assistant_** to aid with the research studies aiming to help bridge health disparities and healthcare utilization in the ophthalmology department. The person will work with Dr. Cindy Cai’s lab group to help recruit patients to better understand the social determinants of health that impact health disparities in diabetic retinopathy care. **Specific Duties & Responsibilities** + Recruitment of participants. + Maintain a thorough understanding of assigned research studies to execute research protocols. + Recruitment of participants as outlined in assigned research studies and their respective protocols. + Organization of study-related material. + Perform data entry. Monitor for completeness of data entry for each participant. + Participate in meetings to provide operational updates, report on issues, and make recommendations for resolutions. **Minimum Qualifications** + Bachelor's Degree in related discipline. **Preferred Qualifications** + Prior experience with Ophthalmology (clinical care or research). + Preferred bilingual in Spanish. Classified Title: Research Assistant Job Posting Title (Working Title): Research Assistant Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY ($27.03/hour targeted; Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Casual / On Call Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm 5-25 hours per week as needed FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Location: School of Medicine - East Baltimore Campus Department name: 10003003-SOM Oph Retina Service Personnel area: School of Medicine The listed salary range represents the minimum and maximum Johns Hopkins University offers for this position, based on a good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary depending on factors such as location, skills, experience, market conditions, education, and internal equity. Not all candidates will qualify for the highest salary in the range. Johns Hopkins provides a comprehensive benefits package supporting health, career, and retirement. Learn more: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EEO is the Law https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf