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Metabolomics Assistant
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A Research Assistant assists with a research program or project. Works in a variety of fields within science or the social sciences, in programs based at a university or research institution, or works on government or industry sponsored research projects. Conducts field or library research or recruits participants for a study; may also assist with legal research. Typically conduct research under the guidance of senior researchers or professors. These roles are often held by undergraduate or graduate students pursuing degrees in relevant fields, or individuals with relevant work experience.
$48,526 / year median in North Carolina
Job Description
- 633300 Career Area Research Professionals Posting Open Date 07/21/2026 Application Deadline 09/08/2026 Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA) Position Title Metabolomics Assistant Position Number 20077368, 20077369 Vacancy
ID S027842
Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Temporary Hours per week 40 Work Schedule Monday- Friday, 9:00 AM
- 5:00 PM. Occasional evening, weekend, or holidays Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $12.00
- $15.
Position Summary Position Title:
Metabolomics Assistant NOTE :
This position is located in Kannapolis, NC, appx. 2 hours from UNC's main campus. The Sumner-Lab at the UNC Chapel Hill Nutrition Research Institute is seeking a laboratory assistant to conduct metabolomics analysis. The individual will assist the lab manager with biospecimen preparation, data acquisition, data processing, and documentation of all laboratory procedures. They will participate in storage and disposal of reagents, ordering supplies, preparing chemical inventories, and ensuring compliance with the laboratory safety plan and university health safety and environment policies. The individual will use software for processing metabolomics data, conducting hypothesis testing, and multivariate statistics. They may contribute to literature reviews, presentations, and manuscripts. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Demonstrated possession of competencies necessary to perform the work. Management Preferences- Experience working in a laboratory
- Understanding of metabolism
- Understanding of spectrometry
- Experience conducting literature reviews
- Experience preparing slides and posters Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities Not Applicable.
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The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The University 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. Optional and Required Documents Required Documents Curriculum Vitae / Resume Cover Letter List of References Optional Documents Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (- ).
- This position is located in Kannapolis, NC (near Charlotte).