We are seeking a **_Research Assistant who_** will support the execution of the study’s two primary aims: (1) quantifying geographic availability of Medicaid-accepting facilities offering MCS in high-deprivation areas, and (2) examining utilization of MCS among Medicaid enrollees with SUD using national claims data. **Specific Duties & Responsibilities** + Work directly with the PI and collaborators. + Contribute to data management, geospatial analysis, statistical modeling, and manuscript preparation. **Additional Knowledge, Skills & Abilities** + Proficiency in Stata and/or R for data management and modeling. + Familiarity with geospatial tools (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS) or drive-time calculations. + Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. **Minimum Qualifications** + Bachelor's Degree in related discipline. + Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond HS Diploma/Graduation Equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. **Preferred Qualifications** + Master’s degree (or advanced coursework) in public health, health services research, epidemiology, biostatistics, economics, sociology, or a related field. + Prior experience working with Medicaid data (especially TAF). + Knowledge of health disparities, behavioral health services, or social determinants of health. + Experience preparing data and results for peer-reviewed manuscripts. + Experience working with large administrative claims datasets or federal survey data. 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 (Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Casual / On Call Schedule: Hours Vary FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Location: Remote Department name: 60004111-Health Policy & Management -Lipitz Personnel area: School of Public Health 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