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We are seeking a Research Project Manager who will work under the general supervision of a PI(s) to manage the administrative and scientific implementation of a single complex and/or multiple research projects. As part of a research team, collaborates with faculty, develops project plan(s), develops SOPs, and oversees all activities for one or more research projects. Has accountability for grant submission and administration, and regulatory compliance. Supervises or oversees other exempt level research staff; may oversee staff at local or multiple sites.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Partner with investigator(s) and exercises independent judgement in managing the conduct of the research on behalf of the PI.
- Participate in scientific discussions with collaborators, PIs, and funding organizations.
- Collaborate with PI on protocol development and study design.
- Develop, or oversee development of standard operating procedures and data collection forms from protocol.
- Train and provide oversight of research data management and regulatory compliance issues.
- Develop, or oversee development of, study budget(s) and ensure that all study costs are included in the budget.
- Responsible for finance-related issues.
- Ensure the development, testing and evaluation of manuals, questionnaires, and coding structures, for the efficient collection of data.
- Oversee data collection and validation.
- Oversee quality control of study data.
- Lead study meetings to examine data, determine next steps, and implement changes to protocol operations based on results and goals.
- Contribute to presentations and manuscripts.
- Hire, supervise, and manage performance of other exempt-level research staff.
- Other duties as assigned.
In Addition to the Duties Listed Above
This position is responsible for supporting complex mixed methods research projects in ongoing studies addressing violence and mental health comorbidities among Black women and families.
The Research Project Manager will
- Serve as operational backup for direct participant engagement by conducting study visits or interviews during evening or weekend hours if a staff member is unavailable (as needed).
- Lead and manage all community outreach and recruitment events, including staff coordination, on-site supervision, real-time problem-solving, and ensuring fidelity to study goals, messaging, and engagement protocols.
- Proactively manage staffing coverage, scheduling, and emergent issues that may affect study operations, including participant safety or data integrity, and develop contingency plans.
- Maintain responsibility for real-time operational decision-making during study activities (including fieldwork and events), ensuring adherence to protocol, IRB requirements, and trauma-informed research practices.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
- Five years of related research experience.
- 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
- Master's Degree in a related field.
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications (i.e., Word, Excel).
- Proficiency in Qualtrics.
- Attention to detail.
- Experience with health-related datasets or population surveys.
- Experience applying culturally sensitive, non-stigmatizing practices when managing data and collaborating on research with marginalized populations.
- At least a foundational knowledge of SAS or SPSS.
- Experience with community-engaged research.
Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency
- Strategic Thinking - Advanced
- Research Design - Advanced
- Resource Data Quality Assurance - Advanced
- Report Writing - Advanced
- Regulatory Compliance - Advanced
- Project Management - Advanced
- Oral and Written Communications - Advanced
- Finance Project Management - Advanced
- Data Management and Analysis - Advanced
- Budget Management - Advanced
The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.
Classified Title: Research Project Manager
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Research Project Manager (Mental Health)
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MD
Starting Salary Range: $55,800 - $97,600 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday to Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Hybrid/School of Public Health
Department name: Mental Health Research Projects
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
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.
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
Accommodation Information
If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit: https://accessibility.jhu.edu/.
Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University requires all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the 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.
The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.
INTRODUCTION
We are seeking a Research Project Manager who will work under the general supervision of a PI(s) to manage the administrative and scientific implementation of a single complex and/or multiple research projects. As part of a research team, collaborates with faculty, develops project plan(s), develops SOPs, and oversees all activities for one or more research projects. Has accountability for grant submission and administration, and regulatory compliance. Supervises or oversees other exempt level research staff; may oversee staff at local or multiple sites.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Partner with investigator(s) and exercises independent judgement in managing the conduct of the research on behalf of the PI.
- Participate in scientific discussions with collaborators, PIs, and funding organizations.
- Collaborate with PI on protocol development and study design.
- Develop, or oversee development of standard operating procedures and data collection forms from protocol.
- Train and provide oversight of research data management and regulatory compliance issues.
- Develop, or oversee development of, study budget(s) and ensure that all study costs are included in the budget.
- Responsible for finance-related issues.
- Ensure the development, testing and evaluation of manuals, questionnaires, and coding structures, for the efficient collection of data.
- Oversee data collection and validation.
- Oversee quality control of study data.
- Lead study meetings to examine data, determine next steps, and implement changes to protocol operations based on results and goals.
- Contribute to presentations and manuscripts.
- Hire, supervise, and manage performance of other exempt-level research staff.
- Other duties as assigned.
In Addition to the Duties Listed Above
This position is responsible for supporting complex mixed methods research projects in ongoing studies addressing violence and mental health comorbidities among Black women and families.
The Research Project Manager will
- Serve as operational backup for direct participant engagement by conducting study visits or interviews during evening or weekend hours if a staff member is unavailable (as needed).
- Lead and manage all community outreach and recruitment events, including staff coordination, on-site supervision, real-time problem-solving, and ensuring fidelity to study goals, messaging, and engagement protocols.
- Proactively manage staffing coverage, scheduling, and emergent issues that may affect study operations, including participant safety or data integrity, and develop contingency plans.
- Maintain responsibility for real-time operational decision-making during study activities (including fieldwork and events), ensuring adherence to protocol, IRB requirements, and trauma-informed research practices.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
- Five years of related research experience.
- 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
- Master's Degree in a related field.
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications (i.e., Word, Excel).
- Proficiency in Qualtrics.
- Attention to detail.
- Experience with health-related datasets or population surveys.
- Experience applying culturally sensitive, non-stigmatizing practices when managing data and collaborating on research with marginalized populations.
- At least a foundational knowledge of SAS or SPSS.
- Experience with community-engaged research.
Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency
- Strategic Thinking - Advanced
- Research Design - Advanced
- Resource Data Quality Assurance - Advanced
- Report Writing - Advanced
- Regulatory Compliance - Advanced
- Project Management - Advanced
- Oral and Written Communications - Advanced
- Finance Project Management - Advanced
- Data Management and Analysis - Advanced
- Budget Management - Advanced
The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.
Classified Title: Research Project Manager
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Research Project Manager (Mental Health)
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MD
Starting Salary Range: $55,800 - $97,600 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday to Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Hybrid/School of Public Health
Department name: Mental Health Research Projects
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
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.
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
Accommodation Information
If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit: https://accessibility.jhu.edu/.
Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University requires all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the 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.
The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.
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Target research and clinical departments first
Johns Hopkins' medical campus and research centers drive the bulk of H-1B sponsorship activity. Roles in biomedical research, clinical medicine, epidemiology, and public health are where international candidates have historically found the most sponsorship traction.
Understand the university's HR-driven sponsorship process
Johns Hopkins routes H-1B petitions through its central HR and immigration services team. Getting a hiring manager on your side early matters, sponsorship decisions often require departmental sign-off before HR initiates the formal petition process.
Apply well ahead of the October 1 cap deadline
Cap-subject H-1B roles at Johns Hopkins need petitions filed by April. If you're on OPT, calculate your remaining authorized period and work backward from that date to ensure your timeline is realistic before applying.
Use Migrate Mate to identify verified sponsorship roles
Not every Johns Hopkins posting explicitly states visa sponsorship. Migrate Mate surfaces verified sponsors so you can filter by real sponsorship history, helping you focus applications on roles where H-1B support is confirmed rather than assumed.
Leverage the cap-exempt advantage for affiliated positions
Johns Hopkins University qualifies as a cap-exempt institution. Positions directly affiliated with the university, particularly in research and teaching, can be filed outside the annual H-1B lottery, giving you a significant advantage over private-sector roles.
Align your credentials with the specialty occupation standard
Johns Hopkins expects a direct connection between your degree and the role you're being hired for. In faculty, research, and clinical positions, be prepared to document how your specific field of study maps to the job's core responsibilities.
Johns Hopkins University H-1B Visa Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Johns Hopkins University sponsor H-1B visas?
Yes, Johns Hopkins University sponsors H-1B visas across research, clinical, faculty, and technical roles. As a nonprofit educational institution, it qualifies as a cap-exempt H-1B employer, meaning petitions for qualifying positions can be filed at any time without waiting for the annual lottery.
Which roles and departments at Johns Hopkins typically receive H-1B sponsorship?
Sponsorship is most common in research-intensive roles at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Bloomberg School of Public Health, and Whiting School of Engineering. Positions in biomedical research, epidemiology, clinical medicine, data science, and faculty appointments are among those most frequently supported with H-1B petitions.
How do I navigate the H-1B application process at Johns Hopkins University?
Once a hiring department extends an offer, Johns Hopkins' Office of International Services manages the H-1B petition process. The department sponsors the filing, the university's legal or HR team prepares the I-129 petition, and the Labor Condition Application is submitted to the Department of Labor before the full petition goes to USCIS.
How do I know if a Johns Hopkins job posting includes H-1B sponsorship?
Many Johns Hopkins postings don't explicitly state sponsorship availability, which makes it worth using a platform like Migrate Mate that surfaces roles based on verified sponsorship history. You can also ask the hiring contact directly during early conversations, before investing significant time in the application.
What is the typical H-1B sponsorship timeline at Johns Hopkins University?
Because Johns Hopkins is cap-exempt, there's no lottery wait. After an offer is accepted, the LCA certification takes up to seven business days, and standard USCIS processing runs three to five months. Premium processing can reduce the USCIS decision window to around 15 business days if your start date requires faster approval.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B jobs at Johns Hopkins University?
H-1B employers must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is determined when they file the Labor Condition Application with the Department of Labor. The rate is based on the role, location, and experience level, and ensures international hires are paid comparably to U.S. workers in the same position. You can look up prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the DOL's OFLC Wage Search tool.