GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Johns Hopkins Center for Bioengineering Innovation & Design (CBID) is seeking an Assistant Research Engineer/Scientist to manage and coordinate the implementation study of VectorCam, an innovative AI-enabled tool aimed at enhancing vector surveillance for malaria control. This position will involve collaboration across academic, governmental, and field-based partners to ensure the success of this global health initiative.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree candidate or graduate in Public Health (MPH/MSPH), Biomedical Engineering, Health Administration, Health Sciences or related fields.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with experience managing multiple projects
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with data management tools like SAS, Qualtrics, REDCap and others.
• Ability to work effectively in multicultural and multidisciplinary teams.
• Must be willing to travel to Uganda, and various countries in Africa, Asia, and South America, on a as needed basis to support field activities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• One year of experience planning, developing, implementing research studies and protocols.
• Experience in global health research or implementation projects, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.
• Knowledge of malaria surveillance, vector-borne diseases, or health systems strengthening.
• Familiarity with GIS or other spatial analysis tools.
• Experience with IRB protocol development and grant submission.

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/.
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

Project Coordination

• Oversee the implementation study’s day-to-day operations, ensuring adherence to timelines and deliverables.
• Coordinate stakeholder meetings, prepare agendas, and maintain detailed documentation.
• Develop and monitor project plans, timelines, and budgets.

Study Implementation

• Support the rollout of VectorCam in Uganda, including training programs and field data collection.
• Ensure compliance with ethical research protocols, including IRB submissions and updates.

Data Management and Reporting

• Monitor data collection processes to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Collaborate on data analysis and prepare progress reports for stakeholders, funders, grants, and publications.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Facilitate communication and collaboration with government agencies, NGOs, private funders, and academic partners.
• Support capacity-building efforts, including designing training materials and workshops for local teams.

Administrative Support

• Manage procurement and shipping of study-related materials to field sites.
• Ensure grant and contract reporting requirements are met.

(Hybrid: combination of on-site, office and remote work)