Soc/Clin Research Assistant Position Available In Orange, North Carolina

Soc/Clin Research Assistant University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

• 4.0 Chapel Hill, NC Job Details Temporary | Part-time $15
• $25 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Qualitative research Infectious disease care Research Qualtrics Bachelor’s degree Public health Data collection Communication skills Entry level Time management Full Job Description Posting Information Department Globl Hlth and Infect Disease
• 427801 Career Area Research Professionals Posting Open Date 03/07/2025 Application Deadline 05/14/2025 Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA) Position Title Soc/Clin Research Assistant Position Number 20069614 Vacancy

ID S024882

Full-time/Part-time Part-Time Temporary Hours per week 20 Work Schedule Monday

• Friday, 9:00AM to 5:00PM Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $15.00
• $25.

00/per hour Proposed Start Date 03/17/2025 Estimated Duration of Appointment 6 months not to exceed 11 months Position Information 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 that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events. 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 The Institute for Global Health and Infectious Diseases is seeking a Social/Clinical Research Assistant (Project Assistant) to support a research study focused on understanding the willingness of incarcerated individuals to access Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) services. This study aims to provide educational programs before and after release and facilitate the linkage of participants to community health centers for PrEP services. The Project Assistant will play a key role in data collection, project management, administrative tasks, and research dissemination. This part-time position is funded for 36 months and requires a detail-oriented, organized, and proactive individual who can meet project deadlines and facilitate effective collaboration between investigators and correctional facilities. This role provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to HIV prevention research, gain experience in public health interventions, and support the linkage of justice-involved individuals to essential healthcare services.

Key Responsibilities:

Obtain informed consent from incarcerated individuals participating in the study. Conduct structured surveys and interviews with consenting participants to assess attitudes, beliefs, and willingness to uptake PrEP. Enter survey data into Qualtrics in real time during study activities. Serves as the liaison between research investigators and correctional facilities/authorities, ensuring smooth communication and coordination. Organize and maintain electronic and paper files for study participants, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality. Assist with meeting coordination, project scheduling, and general administrative support. Support dissemination of study findings, including assistance with abstracts, manuscripts, literature reviews, and conference presentations. Ensure compliance with institutional and ethical guidelines for research involving incarcerated populations. Assist with additional office and project management tasks as needed. Conduct above research on site in NC Prisons. 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 Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience Experience with public health or infectious diseases research. Experience with incarcerated individuals. Experience with survey administration, qualitative research, or public health research. Proficiency in Qualtrics or other survey/data collection platforms. Strong organizational and time-management skills to meet project deadlines. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research setting. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, especially when engaging with vulnerable populations. Experience working in criminal justice, public health, or community outreach settings is beneficial. Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities Not Applicable.