Temporary Research Assistant

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Wilmington, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: Temporary
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
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University Information

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

Department Department of Marketing - 31283
External Link to Posting https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/31014
Vacancy Number TSP5299PST
Working Title Temporary Research Assistant
Job Title Research Aide
Temp Position Type SHRA Temporary
Job Category Unspecified
FLSA for Position Nonexempt
Brief Summary of Work for this Position
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Temporary Research Assistant to assist in a social media research project. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in graphic design and social media analytics, with a focus on the ability to create compelling visual content.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Create high-quality visual content (2D and 3D models, video, posts, images) for various experiments.
  • Utilize design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) to develop graphics and layouts.
  • Collaborate with the principal investigator to understand design requirements and provide creative solutions.
  • Assist in developing and managing multiple social media accounts, including but not limited to post scheduling and comments reply.
  • Analyze social media data to identify trends, patterns, and insights.
  • Coordinate with the principal investigator to ensure timely completion of research tasks.
  • Provide administrative support as needed.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
  • Bachelor’s and/or a master’s degree in relevant field
  • Proven experience in graphic design and social media data analytics.
  • Strong proficiency in design software and data analysis tools.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Required Certifications or Licensure
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
College/School Information
Work Hours 8am-5pm
Work Days M-F
Hours Per Week 5-10
Type of Position
Anticipated Hiring Range 17.50/hour
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please note, this is a temporary position. The length of the assignment will be based on department need with the possibility of continuation. Temporary assignments cannot exceed 11 consecutive months without a full 31-day break from employment. Employees in temporary positions are not considered permanent state employees and do not earn leave. Temporary employees are subject to the Affordable Care Act guidelines. For more info/to apply visit http://jobs.uncw.edu. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.
Job Posting Date 01/18/2024
Job Closing Date 01/25/2024
EEO Statement

At the University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW), our culture reflects our values of inclusion, diversity, globalization, ethics and integrity and innovation and we are committed to providing equality of educational and employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs. UNCW believes that embracing the unique contributions of our faculty, staff and students is critical to our success and paramount in being recognized for our global mindset.

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