University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Soc/Clin Research Assistant - Journey
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States, 27517
Soc/Clin Research Assistant - Journey
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The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Posting Open Date: October 23, 2025 | Application Deadline: November 11, 2025
Position Summary The Practice Assistant, based in the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health’s
North Carolina Institute for Public Health (NCIPH) , will work directly with NCIPH team staff, managers, and external stakeholders. The role provides implementation and evaluation support for the day‑to‑day activities of funded programs and projects under the purview of NCIPH, including the Public Health Infrastructure Grant, the NC Local Health Department Accreditation (NCLHDA) program, and other public health projects. The position is hybrid with at least one day per week onsite, requires residence in NC within commuting distance of the UNC campus, and occasional travel.
Responsibilities
Provide implementation and evaluation support for funded programs and projects.
Project administration, internal and external team communication, partnership building, meeting preparation, and task and milestone reporting.
Survey development and administration, data management and analysis, literature searches and synthesis, and report development.
Work independently on assigned tasks while collaborating with diverse project teams on implementation, evaluation, and grant applications.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from accredited institutions.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Proven ability to collaborate with colleagues in a team‑based project environment and implement team decisions independently.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to manage strict deadlines and prioritize activities.
Ability to understand the structure and constraints of different kinds of data, create and program data collection plans using Qualtrics, conduct database/data management plans, and data reporting.
Ability to handle confidential information with sensitivity and discretion.
Demonstrate sound evidence‑based judgment and research skills.
Strong communication skills and experience with professional communications to internal and external partners in agency leadership roles.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, professional staff, funders, and public health/health‑related practitioners.
Proficiency in Zoom and Microsoft Suite applications, including strong knowledge in Outlook and Excel.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Experience with research or program planning and implementation.
Experience creating, following, and improving Standard Operating Procedures, study plans/protocols, or equivalent.
Experience with live notetaking/record‑keeping and capturing follow‑up tasks.
Experience communicating with and convening diverse groups of leaders.
Experience working with Asana project management software.
Benefits UNC offers full‑time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life, and retirement plans. Additional programs support a healthy work/life balance, including professional training opportunities, exclusive discounts on retail, restaurant, and performing arts, savings on local child care, and special rates on campus events.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The University of North Carolina 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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The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Posting Open Date: October 23, 2025 | Application Deadline: November 11, 2025
Position Summary The Practice Assistant, based in the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health’s
North Carolina Institute for Public Health (NCIPH) , will work directly with NCIPH team staff, managers, and external stakeholders. The role provides implementation and evaluation support for the day‑to‑day activities of funded programs and projects under the purview of NCIPH, including the Public Health Infrastructure Grant, the NC Local Health Department Accreditation (NCLHDA) program, and other public health projects. The position is hybrid with at least one day per week onsite, requires residence in NC within commuting distance of the UNC campus, and occasional travel.
Responsibilities
Provide implementation and evaluation support for funded programs and projects.
Project administration, internal and external team communication, partnership building, meeting preparation, and task and milestone reporting.
Survey development and administration, data management and analysis, literature searches and synthesis, and report development.
Work independently on assigned tasks while collaborating with diverse project teams on implementation, evaluation, and grant applications.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from accredited institutions.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Proven ability to collaborate with colleagues in a team‑based project environment and implement team decisions independently.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to manage strict deadlines and prioritize activities.
Ability to understand the structure and constraints of different kinds of data, create and program data collection plans using Qualtrics, conduct database/data management plans, and data reporting.
Ability to handle confidential information with sensitivity and discretion.
Demonstrate sound evidence‑based judgment and research skills.
Strong communication skills and experience with professional communications to internal and external partners in agency leadership roles.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, professional staff, funders, and public health/health‑related practitioners.
Proficiency in Zoom and Microsoft Suite applications, including strong knowledge in Outlook and Excel.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Experience with research or program planning and implementation.
Experience creating, following, and improving Standard Operating Procedures, study plans/protocols, or equivalent.
Experience with live notetaking/record‑keeping and capturing follow‑up tasks.
Experience communicating with and convening diverse groups of leaders.
Experience working with Asana project management software.
Benefits UNC offers full‑time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life, and retirement plans. Additional programs support a healthy work/life balance, including professional training opportunities, exclusive discounts on retail, restaurant, and performing arts, savings on local child care, and special rates on campus events.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The University of North Carolina 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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