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Research Assistant

Inside Higher Ed, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States, 27517

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Position Title Soc/Clin Research Assistant - Contributing

Department Globl Hlth and Infect Disease-427801

Career Area Research Professionals

Internal Only Recruitment No

Posting Open Date 10/27/2025

Application Deadline 11/10/2025

Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA)

Salary Grade Equivalent NC07 / GN06

Working Title Research Assistant

Position Number 20042204

Vacancy ID P020611

Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Permanent

Hours Per Week 40

Work Schedule Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm Hours may vary based on project needs

Work Location CHAPEL HILL, NC

Hiring Range $36,320 - $40,174

Pay Band Information To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see

the Career Banding rates spreadsheet .

Be a Tar Heel! A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

consistently ranks as

one of the nation’s top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world‑class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of

professional training opportunities

for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy

exclusive perks

for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC‑Chapel Hill offers full‑time employees a

comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit Our mission is to improve the health and well‑being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research.

Patient care: We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.

Education: We prepare tomorrow’s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team‑oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.

Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.

Position Summary The Center for Global Health and Infectious Disease in the School of Medicine at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a full time Research Assistant for the Center for AIDS Research of the UNC-CH School of Medicine. This position will provide support for HIV research by having primary responsibility for data collection and management, medical chart abstraction, data entry into a computerized data entry instrument, and administering surveys to patients.

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 Applicant must have excellent organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently.

Computer experience and skills with email. Knowledge of MS Office applications such as MS Excel and MS Access is required. Previous data entry experience required.

Ability to observe, collect, and record a variety of data/information, within well‑defined research parameters. Ability to document data/information collected. Ability to use established data/information systems, functions, and/or procedures to collect and store data/information. Ability to review data and information or completeness an accuracy within well‑defined research parameters.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience All ideal candidates will have an ability to meticulously perform medical record data abstraction and entry, maintain a high level of organization, and work independently. Preferred candidates also will have familiarity with HIV medical care and medical terminology.

Experience working with individuals living with HIV is desired. Experience with chart abstractions and administering surveys to patients is highly desired. Bilingual (Spanish) ability is a plus.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities Not Applicable.

Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology Online Audio and Video Media

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