Posting Information
Posting Information
Department Womens Health Resrch Ctr - 425201
Career Area Research Professionals
Posting Open Date 01/17/2025
Application Deadline 01/24/2025
Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA)
Position Title Research Assistant
Position Number 20045217
Vacancy ID S024664
Full-time/Part-time Part-Time Temporary
Hours per week 20
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday (6:00AM – 5:00PM, hours vary)
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $17.00/per hour
Proposed Start Date
Estimated Duration of Appointment 6 months not to exceed 11 months
Position Information
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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
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Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit
The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing 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. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation’s leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
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 will 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 will prepare tomorrow’s health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.
Position Summary
This position is for an entry level research assistant. This person will assist with the implementation of Maternal Fetal Medicine Units Network trials. Primary duties will be screening, recruiting, and enrolling research participants.
Other Duties May Include
- conducting participant interviews, either in person or via phone for enrollment information, follow up data, schedule follow up appointments for women and their children
- electronic medical record screening and data abstractions
- data entry, data quality checks, assisting with data cleaning and quality assurance
- generating new data and information
- project administrative duties include participant tracking and compensation for study subjects
- manage incoming phone calls and other communications, scheduling patients’ appointments, updating documents/regulatory binders, maintaining supply inventory, and other tasks as defined by the supervisor
Once patients attend the follow up study visit, data is collected on formatted data collection forms. Applicant must demonstrate meticulous attention to detail. The person in this position may occasionally be asked to collect and process study specimens. The specimen processing includes centrifuging the samples, aliquoting into the correct tubes, freezing and shipping with dry ice.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to work and communicate with diverse populations effectively and professionally. Ability to work independently as well as function as part of a team.
- Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience
Human subjects research experience or experience providing care for patients in an inpatient or outpatient setting.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
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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 employment@unc.edu
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.
