Soc/Clin Research Assistant

University of North Carolina, United States

Updated: about 2 years ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: PartTime
Deadline: 31 Jan 2022

Posting Information
Department FPG Child Development Inst - 631200
Career Area Research Professionals
Posting Open Date 01/25/2022
Application Deadline 01/31/2022
Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA)
Position Title Soc/Clin Research Assistant
Position Number 20007733
Vacancy ID S018948
Full-time/Part-time Part-Time Temporary
Hours per week 10
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm flexible based on needs of project.  Hours are flexible.
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $20.00
Proposed Start Date 02/14/2022
Estimated Duration of Appointment Occasional/Intermittent

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The UNC Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute (FPG) is one of the nation’s oldest and largest multidisciplinary centers devoted to the study of children and their families. As one of the nation’s leading child development research centers, we generate scientific evidence, inform policies, and support practices to promote positive developmental and educational outcomes for children of all backgrounds and abilities from infancy to adolescence.
FPG has a particular focus on the study of vulnerable populations and those who have special needs. In addition, FPG is committed to addressing the critical issues of equity, diversity, and inclusion as well as the ways that educational inequality and barriers to inclusion impact children’s wellbeing.
 
Approximately 280 researchers, implementation and technical assistance specialists, staff, and students work on more than 75 projects related to developmental disabilities; physical, social, and emotional health; early care and education; early intervention and special education, prevention science, and more to address important issues facing all children and families. Our work spans across disciplines from education and psychology to social work and public health.
We collaborate with researchers across campus and throughout the nation. At FPG, transdisciplinary collaboration is a way to leverage collective expertise for comprehensive and relevant research and outreach, and is embodied in our motto: Advancing knowledge to transform children’s lives.
Position Summary
The Impact Center at FPG’s Media and Networking Core serves the Implementation Capacity for Triple P (ICTP) project and develops messages and tools to support local, regional, and state partners’ efforts to implement and scale-up the Triple P – Positive Parenting Program system of interventions across North Carolina and South Carolina. These messages and tools share and reinforce implementation best practices.
The Implementation Associate will co-develop a short series of podcasts focused on implementation topics. This work involves co-planning podcast episodes, interviewing guests, producing episodes, and related managerial work.
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
Education and experience:
    Experience with producing podcast content
    Expertise around how community engagement, equity, and relationships impact implementation success
    Expertise in implementation science concepts, theories, and frameworks
    Excellent communication, writing, and organizational skills
*    Ability to work well autonomously within a supportive mentoring environment
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Education and experience:
·     Experience with producing podcast content
·     Expertise around how community engagement, equity, and relationships impact implementation success
·     Expertise in implementation science concepts, theories, and frameworks
·     Excellent communication, writing, and organizational skills
·     Ability to work well autonomously within a supportive mentoring environment
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.
Special Instructions
Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/220705
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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] 
 
Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
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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