University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Research Associate
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Research Associate
Posting Information
Department: Social Work – School of Social Work, 380100
Career Area: Research Professionals
Posting Open Date: 10/27/2025
Application Deadline: 11/10/2025
Position Type: Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Full Time/Part Time: Part‑Time Permanent
FTE: 0.725
Hours per week: 29
Position Location: North Carolina, U.S.
Position Number: 20073551
Vacancy ID: NF0009363
Position Information
A global higher‑education leader, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill offers a workplace of innovation, world‑class research, and commitment to community. Chapel Hill provides a vibrant college town, professional training opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including paid leave, health, life and retirement plans, and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit
The mission of the School of Social Work is to advance equity, transform systems, and improve lives. The curriculum supports this mission and addresses the needs of disadvantaged and vulnerable populations, emphasizing rigorous, evidence‑based research.
Position Summary
Work in the laboratory of Dr. Eric Rice, Gordon Berg, and Martha Beach at UNC Chapel Hill.
Support all stages of research projects, including suicide prevention among active‑duty soldiers, substance use prevention among adolescents, post‑disaster community resilience, and housing/homelessness interventions.
Contribute to research question development, study design, intervention creation, data collection, data management, analysis, manuscript preparation, publication, dissemination, and partnership with academic, community, and policy partners.
Coordinate project management, attend team meetings, draft and edit manuscripts, IRB submissions, proposals, and grant applications.
Develop future project ideas, conduct literature reviews, analyze data with multiple software programs, and prepare white papers, presentations, trainings, and conference materials.
Present at conferences and trainings and pursue professional development opportunities.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Relevant post‑baccalaureate degree required (or foreign equivalent).
For candidates with a relevant bachelor’s degree, three or more years of relevant experience may be substituted.
A terminal degree and licensure may be required.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Excellent communication skills and self‑motivation.
Strong experience managing complex research studies (multisite, longitudinal, large‑scale).
Ability to adhere to study timelines and protocols.
Experience with participant interviews, program management, multi‑project coordination, data collection, analysis, and protocol adherence.
Interest and ability to collaborate with researchers, write and publish manuscripts, and assist with grant submissions.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Master’s degree in sociology, social work, public health, data science, or related field.
Experience designing questionnaires, conducting interviews and focus groups with vulnerable populations.
Experience leading multi‑member research teams and publishing peer‑reviewed journal articles.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Not applicable.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not applicable.
Special Instructions
None.
Quick Link
https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/308565
Posting Contact Information
Department Contact Name and Title: Jennifer Jean‑Baptiste – Human Resources Specialist
Department Contact Email: jjean-baptiste@unc.edu
Office of Human Resources Contact: (919) 843‑2300 or employment@unc.edu
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Department: Social Work – School of Social Work, 380100
Career Area: Research Professionals
Posting Open Date: 10/27/2025
Application Deadline: 11/10/2025
Position Type: Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Full Time/Part Time: Part‑Time Permanent
FTE: 0.725
Hours per week: 29
Position Location: North Carolina, U.S.
Position Number: 20073551
Vacancy ID: NF0009363
Position Information
A global higher‑education leader, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill offers a workplace of innovation, world‑class research, and commitment to community. Chapel Hill provides a vibrant college town, professional training opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including paid leave, health, life and retirement plans, and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit
The mission of the School of Social Work is to advance equity, transform systems, and improve lives. The curriculum supports this mission and addresses the needs of disadvantaged and vulnerable populations, emphasizing rigorous, evidence‑based research.
Position Summary
Work in the laboratory of Dr. Eric Rice, Gordon Berg, and Martha Beach at UNC Chapel Hill.
Support all stages of research projects, including suicide prevention among active‑duty soldiers, substance use prevention among adolescents, post‑disaster community resilience, and housing/homelessness interventions.
Contribute to research question development, study design, intervention creation, data collection, data management, analysis, manuscript preparation, publication, dissemination, and partnership with academic, community, and policy partners.
Coordinate project management, attend team meetings, draft and edit manuscripts, IRB submissions, proposals, and grant applications.
Develop future project ideas, conduct literature reviews, analyze data with multiple software programs, and prepare white papers, presentations, trainings, and conference materials.
Present at conferences and trainings and pursue professional development opportunities.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Relevant post‑baccalaureate degree required (or foreign equivalent).
For candidates with a relevant bachelor’s degree, three or more years of relevant experience may be substituted.
A terminal degree and licensure may be required.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Excellent communication skills and self‑motivation.
Strong experience managing complex research studies (multisite, longitudinal, large‑scale).
Ability to adhere to study timelines and protocols.
Experience with participant interviews, program management, multi‑project coordination, data collection, analysis, and protocol adherence.
Interest and ability to collaborate with researchers, write and publish manuscripts, and assist with grant submissions.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Master’s degree in sociology, social work, public health, data science, or related field.
Experience designing questionnaires, conducting interviews and focus groups with vulnerable populations.
Experience leading multi‑member research teams and publishing peer‑reviewed journal articles.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Not applicable.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not applicable.
Special Instructions
None.
Quick Link
https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/308565
Posting Contact Information
Department Contact Name and Title: Jennifer Jean‑Baptiste – Human Resources Specialist
Department Contact Email: jjean-baptiste@unc.edu
Office of Human Resources Contact: (919) 843‑2300 or employment@unc.edu
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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