Soc/Clin Research Assistant

University of North Carolina, United States

Updated: about 1 year ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 31 Mar 2023

Posting Information
Posting Information


Department Psychology and Neuroscience-319100
Career Area Research Professionals
Is this an internal only recruitment? No
Posting Open Date 02/27/2023
Application Deadline 03/31/2023
Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title Soc/Clin Research Assistant - Contributing
Salary Grade Equivalent GN06
Working Title Soc/Clin Research Assistant
Position Number 20053736
Vacancy ID P016986
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Time-Limited
If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment 1 year, with possibility of renewal
Hours per week 40
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 9 am – 5 pm
Work Location Chapel Hill, NC
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $31,200 - $34,000
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Position Summary Information


Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The primary purpose of the Psychology and Neuroscience Department is to provide excellent education, research and service in the field. This goal breaks down into four important components: 1) to teach psychology and neuroscience to undergraduates in a manner that will introduce them vigorously to its broad scope; 2) to offer scientific and professional training to graduate students in the areas of behavioral and integrative neuroscience, clinical, cognitive, developmental, quantitative, and social psychology; 3) to carry out cutting-edge research in these areas, and 4) to provide consulting and administrative support services to the science and profession of psychology as well as to the university, the community, the state, and the nation.
The Department consists of six programs: behavioral and integrative neuroscience; clinical psychology; cognitive psychology; developmental psychology; quantitative psychology, and social psychology. Each program is designed to acquaint the student thoroughly with the theoretical and research content of the specialty and to provide training in the research skills needed to become a competent and creative investigator. In addition, the programs focus on the development of appropriate professional skills.
The Department of Psychology and Neuroscience ranks 2nd in the College in grant funding with over $12 million annually in grant expenditures and approximately $20 million annually in expenditures from all funds. The Department of Psychology and Neuroscience has the largest undergraduate major in the College of Arts and Sciences with approximately 1500 majors, and one of the largest graduate Ph.D. programs with approximately 120 graduate students. The Department is also home to four community clinics which generate fee revenue (Adult Clinic, Anxiety Clinic, Child and Family Clinic, Couples Clinic), known collectively as the UNC Psychology and Neuroscience Community Clinic (the Clinic).
Position Summary
This position is located in the Psychology and Neuroscience Department within the College of Arts and Sciences. The position will serve as a Research Assistant in the Deepest Beliefs Lab (DBL) with Dr. Kurt Gray, Professor of Social Psychology. Responsibilities include assisting with the daily research and administrative tasks of the lab, including (but not limited to) helping the PI with recruiting and onboarding undergraduate research assistants; fielding questions from applicants; submitting and maintaining IRBs following established guidelines; and tracking expenses, assisting with lab meetings, and maintaining websites as directed by the PI.
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
Must have prior research experience and knowledge of research principles, data collection, entry, and analysis. Must be professional, have excellent organizational skills, and some programming abilities in SPSS, Qualtrics, or R. Must have experience in data management and reviewing data/information for completeness and accuracy. Must have attention to detail, problem-solving abilities and be able to work as a member of a team.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
BA or BS in Psychology, Neuroscience or a related field.
Required Licenses/Certifications
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Position/Schedule Requirements
Special Instructions
Please note that a CV/resume, cover letter, and list of references will be required as part of the application.
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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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