DBS Research Assistant

DBS Research Assistant University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill $28.00 per hour United States, North Carolina, Chapel Hill 104 Airport Dr (Show on map) May 19, 2026 Posting Information Posting Information Department Carolina Population Center - 631100 Career Area Research Professionals Posting Open Date 05/19/2026 Application Deadline 05/22/2026 Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA) Position Title DBS Research Assistant Position Number 20076417 Vacancy ID S027460 Full-time/Part-time Part-Time Temporary Hours per week 20 Work Schedule Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $28.00 per hour Proposed Start Date 06/08/2026 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 Since 1966, researchers at the Carolina Population Center have pioneered data collection and research techniques that move population science forward by emphasizing life course approaches, longitudinal surveys, the integration of biological measurement into social surveys, and attention to context and environment. We are also at the forefront of creating interdisciplinary training programs that integrate approaches from the social and biological sciences, building research capacity and training the next generation of scholars. Our faculty fellows address pressing research questions about population dynamics, fertility, health, mortality, migration, and the environment. Faculty come from multiple disciplines, benefitting from the cross-pollination of ideas. Our dedicated research and programming staff support fellows at every stage of project development, from conception through data collection or acquisition, analysis and dissemination, and project administration.

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//www.cpc.unc.edu/about/ Position Summary The research assistant will download and analyze national birth certificate data, analyze trends in births over time, prepare figures, maps, and charts, and assist in writing manuscripts and grant proposals. They will help to coordinate meetings of the study team. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to the field assigned and one year of related training or experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Management Preferences o Experience in Public Health or Epidemiology o Experience with downloading and managing secondary data o Experience working with births data o Experience using R for data analysis o Experience preparing manuscripts or grant proposals Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities Not Applicable. Special Instructions Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/319208 Temporary Employment Policies Temporary Employment Policies Posting Contact Information 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.

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