Research Assistant

University of North Carolina, United States

Updated: over 1 year ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: PartTime
Deadline: 19 Aug 2022

Posting Information
Posting Information


Department FPG Child Development Inst - 631200
Career Area Research Professionals
Posting Open Date 08/11/2022
Application Deadline 08/19/2022
Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA)
Position Title Research Assistant
Position Number 20048600
Vacancy ID S020189
Full-time/Part-time Part-Time Temporary
Hours per week 10
Work Schedule
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $18.00 to $22.00/hour
Proposed Start Date
Estimated Duration of Appointment Occasional/Intermittent

Position Information


Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The UNC Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute (FPG) is one of the nation’s oldest and largest multidisciplinary centers devoted to the study of children and their families. As one of the nation’s leading child development research centers, we generate scientific evidence, inform policies, and support practices to promote positive developmental and educational outcomes for children of all backgrounds and abilities from infancy to adolescence.
FPG has a particular focus on the study of vulnerable populations and those who have special needs. In addition, FPG is committed to addressing the critical issues of equity, diversity, and inclusion as well as the ways that educational inequality and barriers to inclusion impact children’s wellbeing.
Approximately 280 researchers, implementation and technical assistance specialists, staff, and students work on more than 75 projects related to developmental disabilities; physical, social, and emotional health; early care and education; early intervention and special education, prevention science, and more to address important issues facing all children and families. Our work spans across disciplines from education and psychology to social work and public health.
We collaborate with researchers across campus and throughout the nation. At FPG, transdisciplinary collaboration is a way to leverage collective expertise for comprehensive and relevant research and outreach, and is embodied in our motto: Advancing knowledge to transform children’s lives.
Position Summary
This position is for a research assistant who will support various tasks for Project EXPRESS, a large, multisite study examining interventions for middle school students with autism, with an emphasis on neurodiverse perspectives. Tasks may include attending and providing input at team meetings, data collection, entry and verification, supporting the implementation and procedural evaluation within the project, and supporting dissemination efforts.
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
N/A
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in education, human development, psychology or related fields. Experience with use of common software and computer programs (e.g., Microsoft products like Word, Excel, Teams, Adobe). Previous research experience in social sciences. Knowledge of neurodiversity, experience related to neurodiversity (e.g., applicant is neurodiverse or has a neurodiverse family member), or experience related to neurodiversity (e.g., in volunteer or paid roles).
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.
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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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