Research Assistant

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

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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.

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.

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.

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

- 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

- 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.

Not Applicable.

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.