Posting Information
Posting Information
Department | Earth Marine Environmt Sci-318000 |
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Career Area | Research Professionals |
Posting Open Date | 01/29/2024 |
Application Deadline | 04/19/2024 |
Open Until Filled | No |
Position Type | Permanent Staff (EHRA NF) |
Working Title | Research Associate |
Appointment Type | EHRA Non-Faculty |
Position Number | 20051592 |
Vacancy ID | NF0007758 |
Full Time/Part Time | Full-Time Permanent |
FTE | 1 |
Hours per week | 40 |
Position Location | North Carolina, US |
Hiring Range | $51,100 - $70,000 |
Proposed Start Date | 06/03/2024 |
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 for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance. |
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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit | The Department of Earth, Marine, and Environmental Sciences (EMES) provides instruction and conducts research into the physical, chemical, and biologic processes that operate within the Earth and its oceans. Research seeks to understand how the dynamic interplay among these processes shape the Earth’s surface, govern environmental change, generate natural hazards, supply energy and resources, and sustain life. The department has a strong tradition of undergraduate students conducting independent and guided research as part of their training. |
Position Summary | The position provides primary support for the supervisor’s laboratory functions. Equipment and instrumentation associated with the lab are largely deployed off-campus and report information via internet or wireless communications. The Research Associate bears primary responsibility for processing, archive, analysis and reporting from the equipment, and will lead or organize software development in support of equipment operations and or data management and data analysis. The Research Associate may also share responsibility for instrument development (when needed), operations and maintenance, or managing these efforts through agreements. At present the instrumentation to be supported are a series of high-frequency radars along the NC coastline, and moorings of current profilers and CTDs. The lab also participates in glider operations in the southeast US. The Research Associate may lead efforts in any of the areas, including publications, acting as an independent investigator, initiating projects and products that benefit the laboratory or the supervisor’s overall research. The Research Associate will train and mentor graduate and undergraduate students in the use of instrumentation, data access and analysis. |
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 | M.S. in Oceanography or equivalent expertise in a natural science, data science or computer science. |
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience | Minimum 2 years demonstrated experience in carrying out the principal functions, especially working with high-frequency radar surface current mapping systems. Expertise in programming in appropriate languages or software applications on multiple platforms (e.g. python, matlab, work on MAC, PC, UNIX), and prior experience in managing efforts through agreements (contractual or grant). |
Special Physical/Mental Requirements | |
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities | Not Applicable. |
Special Instructions | |
Quick Link | https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/273537 |
Posting Contact Information
Department Contact Name and Title | Jessica Phillips, Departmental HR Assistant |
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Department Contact Telephone or Email | [email protected] |
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] |
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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