Research Assistant

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, United States

Updated: 20 days ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 12 Apr 2024

Posting Information
Posting Information


Department Aging and Health - Center-428401
Career Area Research Professionals
Is this an internal only recruitment? No
Posting Open Date 03/29/2024
Application Deadline 04/12/2024
Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title Soc/Clin Research Assistant - Contributing
Salary Grade Equivalent GN06
Working Title Research Assistant
Position Number 20053904
Vacancy ID P018856
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Permanent
If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment
Hours per week 40
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm
Work Location Chapel Hill, NC
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $36,320 - $42,500
Pay Band Information
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Position Summary Information


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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Center for Aging & Health (CAH) and the Division of Geriatric Medicine (DGM) are organizations within the School of Medicine. Both organizations report to Dr. Jan Busby-Whitehead, Director of CAH and Division Chief of Geriatric Medicine. The CAH is an interdisciplinary group of professionals who promote the health and well-being of older adults. The mission of CAH is to provide leadership and support for interprofessional clinical services for older adults in the UNC Health system and other health care partners across the state, promote collaborative research in aging using principles of team science, provide aging expertise and service by collaborating with organizations, communities, and state agencies that promote the health and well-being of older adults.
Position Summary
This position is responsible for providing support to faculty and staff with multiple new and existing research projects in The Center for Aging and Health
The Research Assistant (RA) will be responsible for assisting in data collection, data entry, monitoring, reporting and other study related tasks. This person should be able to communicate clearly and effectively with Principal Investigators (PI), study team and be familiar with basic research terminology. The research assistant should adhere to standards of proper study conduct in compliance with the FDA Code of Federal Regulations and Good Clinical Practice. The research assistant will inform and help the PIs with issues that arise during study execution, aid with preparation for monitoring or audits, and help to the collection of study results.
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
A high degree of accuracy is required to ensure that data collected and entered for analysis is correct. Must additionally have knowledge of research ethics and work well as part of a team, and ability to organize tasks and time efficiently.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Preferred qualifications include relevant research experience, experience working in clinical or research settings, experience performing administrative duties and tasks.
Required Licenses/Certifications
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Position/Schedule Requirements
Special Instructions
Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/277129

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

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