Posting Information
Posting Information
Department | Physical Medicine Rehab - 413401 |
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Career Area | Research Professionals |
Posting Open Date | 05/02/2024 |
Application Deadline | 05/10/2024 |
Position Type | Temporary Staff (SHRA) |
Position Title | Research Assistant |
Position Number | 20063883 |
Vacancy ID | S023137 |
Full-time/Part-time | Part-Time Temporary |
Hours per week | 20 |
Work Schedule | Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm, evening and weekend flexibility |
Position Location | North Carolina, US |
Hiring Range | $15.00 - $17.00 per hour |
Proposed Start Date | |
Estimated Duration of Appointment | 6 months not to exceed 11 months |
Position Information
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 that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events. |
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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit | The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service. OUR VISION Our vision is to be the nation’s leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding. OUR MISSION Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond. Education: We will prepare tomorrow’s health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce. Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research. |
Position Summary | This position will be a research assistant for research projects within UNC’s Program on Integrative Medicine. The primary project this position will support is research projects (Project BrEAtHe and/or SMILE) which will conduct most study activities at the UNC Center for Rehabilitation Care (Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation). The primary function of the Research Assistant position will be to recruit and enroll participants, collect, and enter data, assist with preparing study-related data materials, and build and manage the study’s database. The research assistant will also handle quality control of data collected and assist with IRB and other regulatory compliance. Responsibilities: * Assist with data management, including building/revising the REDCap database and entering and monitoring data into REDCap. * Collect and review participant data, including in-person and telephone data collection. * Recruit and enroll study participants. * Assist with tracking participants as they complete study time points. * Interact and follow up with the participants. * Assisted with other study-related tasks, including creating/modifying recruitment materials, preparing intervention materials, preparing study reports, and preparing any other study-related documents. * Assist with regulatory documentation, including IRB submissions, as needed. |
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 oral/written communication and organizational skills are required. Must be proficient in using software to create and manage databases, such as REDCap, spreadsheets, and document preparation. Ability to work independently is necessary. The candidate must be comfortable with in-person and telephone interaction and interviewing. |
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience | Knowledge of and research experience in integrative medicine modalities is strongly preferred. |
Special Physical/Mental Requirements | |
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities | Not Applicable. |
Special Instructions | |
Quick Link | https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/279727 |
Temporary Employment Policies | Temporary Employment Policies |
Posting Contact Information
Office of Human Resources Contact Information | 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 [email protected] Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status. |
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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement | 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. |
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