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New York University

Research Assistant

New York, NY · On-site +1

$29/hr

The research assistant will meet with the principal investigator on a weekly basis to discuss ... Undergraduate degree in social work, public health, psychology, or a related field * Excellent ...

University at Buffalo

Research Assistant

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

Posting Details Position Information Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Position Title Research Assistant ... We are looking for a self-motivated, highly organized professional with a passion for public health ...

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Senior Research Assistant

Reston, VA · On-site

Supervise or mentor junior research assistants, interns, or students. * Assistwith participant ... Bachelors or Mastersdegree in a relevant field (e.g., social sciences, public health, biology ...

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As of Jul 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship public health research assistant in the United States is $19.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Internship Public Health Research Assistant vs Public Health Research Assistant?

AspectInternship Public Health Research AssistantPublic Health Research Assistant
CredentialsTypically enrolled students or recent graduates, often requiring a relevant degree or courseworkUsually requires a completed degree in public health or related field
Work EnvironmentInternship programs, often part-time or temporary, in academic, government, or nonprofit settingsFull-time research roles in research institutions, universities, or government agencies
Employer & Industry UsageUsed as a training position for students gaining experience in public health researchProfessional research role supporting ongoing public health studies

The main difference is that an Internship Public Health Research Assistant is typically a temporary, training-focused position for students or recent graduates, while a Public Health Research Assistant is a more permanent, professional role requiring more experience or education. Internships provide valuable entry-level experience, whereas full-time research assistants contribute directly to ongoing projects in public health.

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Research Assistant (Health Policy and Management)

Research Assistant (Health Policy and Management)

Johns Hopkins University

Baltimore, MD • On-site

$19.25 - $26.25/hr

Full-time

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Johns Hopkins Medicine rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 205 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

230th of 890 rated healthcare providers

Job description

The Research Assistant oversees 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.
We are seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant to support conference coordination, research activities, data analysis, and dissemination efforts for an interdisciplinary public health research initiative. The position will involve assisting with the planning and management of academic and conference, including logistics coordination, communications, scheduling, registration management, and stakeholder engagement.
This position provides an opportunity to work closely with researchers, public health leaders, community organizations, and healthcare stakeholders on projects focused on health equity, hospital accountability, and medical debt prevention.
Specific Duties & 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.

In addition to the duties described above, the successful candidate will also contribute to quantitative and qualitative research projects and support research activities by -
  • Conducting data management and statistical analyses using R and RStudio.
  • Assisting with data cleaning and visualization.
  • Supporting report writing and manuscript preparation for peer-reviewed publications.
  • Developing presentation materials and developing and maintaining conference-related webpages and digital dissemination materials, including website updates, online content management, and coordination of social media and outreach activities.

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
  • Experience with R and RStudio for statistical analysis
  • Strong writing and editing skills for academic manuscripts and reports
  • Familiarity with website development platforms
  • Experience coordinating meetings, conferences, or community engagement activities
  • Interest in public health, health policy, healthcare systems, or community-based research
  • Strong organizational and communication skills

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.
Classified Title: Research Assistant
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Research Assistant (Health Policy and Management)
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD
Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Casual / On Call
Schedule: Hours Vary: 20 hours per week
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Hybrid/School of Public Health
Department name: Health Policy and Management
Personnel area: School of Public Health

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