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.
Posting Information Department Family Medicine - 411601 Career Area Research Professionals Posting Open Date 08/27/2026 Application Deadline 08/31/2026 Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA) Position Title HRSA Research Assistant Position Number 20078341 Vacancy
ID S028009
Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Temporary Hours per week 40 Work Schedule Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $35.00 - $40.00 per hour Proposed Start Date 09/14/2026 Estimated Duration of Appointment 6 months or longer 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 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 Research Assistant (RA) supports research, evaluation, and project management activities for the HRSA-funded Primary Care Training Enhancement projects and affiliated studies. This hybrid 100% FTE (40 hours/week), [hourly/time limited] position is responsible for assisting program leadership in implementation, data collection, evaluation analysis, and dissemination. The RA will also facilitate communication among the project teams, collaborators, community partners, and stakeholders. The RA will work in coordination with additional research assistant(s) and project personnel on the
HRSA PCTE
awards (LDA, RTSM, RTMB) and
BHWRC MOUD
study. Working Conditions Office and hybrid work environment. Occasional travel for meetings, conferences, or community engagement activities. May require flexible scheduling to accommodate program timelines 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 Strong written and verbal communication skills Familiarity with qualitative or quantitative research methods Knowledge of human subjects research regulations or IRB processes Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or project management software (Teams) Ability to work independently within interdisciplinary teams Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities Not Applicable.
