Research Analyst

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, United States

Updated: 10 days ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 01 May 2024

Posting Information
Posting Information


Department City and Regional Planning-315600
Career Area Research Professionals
Posting Open Date 04/01/2024
Application Deadline 05/01/2024
Open Until Filled No
Position Type Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title Research Analyst
Appointment Type EHRA Non-Faculty Research
Position Number 20062845
Vacancy ID NF0007994
Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Permanent
FTE 1
Hours per week 40
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $45,700 - $60,000
Proposed Start Date 06/01/2024

Position Information


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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Department of City and Regional Planning is an academic unit within the College of Arts and Sciences. The Department engages in teaching, primarily at the graduate level; conducts applied research on urban and regional issues; and serves the state, nation, and planning profession. The department offers a Masters in City and Regional Planning, a PhD, and an undergraduate minor. In any given year there are about 85 Masters students enrolled, 35 doctoral students and a growing cadre of undergraduates and students enrolled in dual degree programs. The faculty consists of 13 tenure-track faculty members along with research and emeritus professors all of whom are active in the teaching and research programs of the department. The faculty usually generates over $3.0 million annual in about 40 research or training grants.
Position Summary
We seek a full-time Research Analyst to contribute to projects on climate change impacts and adaptation in Dr. Miyuki Hino’s research group. The Research Analyst’s primary projects will focus on flooding and migration in the US. Topics of additional projects include US disaster risk management policy, coastal flood monitoring in NC, and community-engaged projects to build local resilience. More information on past publications and ongoing research projects is available here: https://www.miyukihino.com/. The Research Analyst will gain extensive hands-on research experience and have the opportunity to directly contribute to multiple peer-reviewed papers.
The Research Analyst will be responsible for data analysis and visualization, including spatial and statistical analyses. The datasets are large and complex, so experience with R or Python is required. They will also help develop research papers, presentations, and other communications products. Past academic research experience is preferred, but not required. The Research Analyst will be collaborating with a team of other faculty (at UNC and beyond), post-doctoral scholars, graduate students, and undergraduate students, so an enthusiasm for collaborative work is also required.
This role is ideal for someone with coding experience who is considering or planning to pursue a doctoral degree. Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree and relevant coursework, training or experience are encouraged to apply.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity, will accept a relevant Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution. May require terminal degree and licensure.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
- Proficiency in R or Python
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
- Academic research experience
- Interest/familiarity with climate change, natural disasters, and related public policy
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.
Special Instructions
Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, and the names of two references. Cover letter should highlight experience with data analysis, coding in R/Python, or academic research/writing. References will not be contacted before notifying the candidate.
Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/277028

Posting Contact Information


Department Contact Name and Title Diana Devereaux - Department Manager
Department Contact Telephone or Email [email protected]
Office of Human Resources Contact Information

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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, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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