Research Assistant at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in chapel hill, North Carolina

Job Description:

Department:

Ctr Health Prom and Dis Prev-633200

Career Area:

Research Professionals

Is this an internal only recruitment?:

No

Posting Open Date :

11/20/2024

Application Deadline:

11/26/2024

Position Type:

Permanent Staff (SHRA)

Position Title:

Soc/Clin Research Assistant - Contributing

Salary Grade Equivalent:

GN06

Working Title:

Research Assistant

Position Number:

20068187

Vacancy ID:

P019871

Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited:

Full-Time Time-Limited

If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment:

1 Year Time-Limited

Hours per week:

40

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm; times may vary

Work Location:

CHAPEL HILL, NC

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range:

$37,400 - $40,000

Pay Band Information:

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Be a Tar Heel!:

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as
one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.


One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of
professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy
exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a
comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The goal of the UNC Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention (HPDP) is to prevent chronic disease and reduce health disparities. Investigators and staff at HPDP work with communities to conduct research, provide training and translate research findings into policy and practice. Research areas include nutrition and physical activity, cardiovascular health, diabetes, obesity, healthy food access, cancer prevention and control, children's health, rural health, and health equity. HPDP is part of a network of 26 CDC Prevention Research Centers across the United States.


The vision of the Community Health and Wellness Resource Team is a world where all individuals live, work, and play in communities that provide for optimal, equitable health and wellness. Their mission is dedicated to supporting caregivers and those in their care by creating, evaluating, and implementing strategies to promote equitable health and wellness.

Position Summary:

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.


The Research Assistant position (Permanent Time Limited- up to 1 year) will work with the Community Health and Wellness Resource Team on current projects including research on care environments, to potentially include child care, adult supervised care, and Veteran care. The Research Assistant will assist in prepping materials for recruitment and data collection, be trained on all study protocols, lead recruitment and data collection efforts and prepare research guides and other tools. The position will develop or assist in the development of interview schedules; contact potential subjects to introduce and explain study objectives and protocol and to arrange participation. The Research Assistant will monitor the study email for questions from participants, assist the project manager with data checking for accuracy and completeness, and assist with data entry and cleaning. Finally, the position will assist with online gift card management and procurement as well as receipt of incentives. Attend project and team meetings.

Some evening hours may be required.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, and Qualtrics.
- Able to work in a hybrid position

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

- Experience with using research protocols to recruit and collect data on participants.
- Experience and knowledge with any of the following settings: the child care (early care and education) setting; retirement or elder care settings; and/or military or Veteran services.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements:

Evening work occasionally

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