Research Assistant

University of North Carolina, United States

Updated: over 1 year ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: PartTime
Deadline: 13 Dec 2022

Posting Information
Posting Information


Department UNC Inst for the Environment - 635200
Career Area Research Professionals
Posting Open Date 12/06/2022
Application Deadline 12/13/2022
Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA)
Position Title Research Assistant
Position Number 20052024
Vacancy ID S020630
Full-time/Part-time Part-Time Temporary
Hours per week 20
Work Schedule
TBD
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range 12.00 to 17.00 per hour
Proposed Start Date 12/19/2022
Estimated Duration of Appointment 6 months or less

Position Information


Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The UNC Institute for the Environment (IE) has a multifaceted mission: (1) To strengthen environmental research capacity across UNC by supporting a multi-disciplinary community of scholars that enhances collaboration, increases sharing of knowledge, and identifies solutions to the world’s critical environmental problems. (2) To work in partnership across UNC and with external partners to coordinate and deliver 21st century educational programs that provide students with the experience and skills to thrive in a growing global economy. (3) To put new environmental knowledge into action by engaging and serving communities, here in North Carolina and around the world. (4) To fuel and harness the university’s sustainability activities through the Sustainable Carolina Initiative
Position Summary
This position will be housed administratively in the UNC Institute for the Environment (IE) and support IE’s Translational Policy Initiative. The RA position will be expected to support both policy and communications efforts as part of ongoing IE research projects, including water quality, clean energy, and flood resiliency. The position will be primarily remote, but some in person hours will be required.
Duties include:
* Conducting background research and scientific literature reviews.
* Policy analysis and monitoring of specific legislative proposals.
* Drafting of policy/project briefs and memos.
* Development of fact sheets and other communication summaries.
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
* Strong writing and communication skills.
* Science policy research.
* Translational writing.
* Legislative and regulatory process.
* Policy process research.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.
Special Instructions
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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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