SSB Research Assistant

SSB Research Assistant Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Posting Information Posting Information Department Carolina Population Center-631100 Career Area Research Professionals Is this an internal only recruitment? No Posting Open Date 05/18/2026 Application Deadline 05/26/2026 Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA) Position Title Soc/Clin Research Assistant - Contributing Salary Grade Equivalent

NC07 / GN06

Working Title SSB Research Assistant Position Number 20076295 Vacancy

ID P021032

Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Time-Limited If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment 1 Year Hours per week 40 Work Schedule M-F but may require occasional evening and weekend hours. Work Location

CHAPEL HILL, NC

Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $44,000 - $47,000 Pay Band Information To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet . Position Summary 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 for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC -Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance. 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 UNC seeks a Research Assistant to join Dr. Marissa Hall's Policy Insights Lab (https://www.policyinsightslab.com/). The lab conducts research to inform food, tobacco, and alcohol policies designed to improve public health. The Research Assistant position is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in conducting research and working with an interdisciplinary research team that values high-quality research that has public health impact and a supportive and collaborative working environment. This is a 12-month, time-limited position. This is an in-person position that requires working in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The position may require some evening and weekend hours. The position will also require reliable transportation. The Research Assistant will support an NIH -funded research study testing the effects of pictorial health warnings on sugar-sweetened beverage ( SSB ) purchases in a randomized clinical trial. This policy-relevant study will evaluate whether these warning labels can effectively reduce purchases and consumption of SSBs in a real-world setting. Participants will attend 4 weekly in-person visits and take surveys regarding their SSB intake. The Research Assistant will contribute to data collection for the multi-city trial using the UNC Mini Mart. The Mini Mart is a physical convenience store laboratory that provides a controlled environment in which researchers can study the impact of policies and interventions on consumer behavior. A key function of this role is recruiting study participants for the trial. This role also includes screening and scheduling study participants, consenting eligible participants, implementing the study protocol (including online surveys and in-person data collection), disbursing study incentives to participants, assisting with data entry, and other administrative tasks.

THIS IS A FULL - TIME , TIME - LIMITED POSITION WITH AN EXPECTED DURATION OF ONE

(1) YEAR . Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Management Preferences

• Fluency in spoken and written Spanish and English
• Experience implementing front-of-package warning labels in a real-world setting
• Experience working on a randomized control trial evaluating sugar-sweetened beverage consumption
• Experience using research protocols to recruit and collect data on subjects in a convenience store laboratory
• Experience conducting qualitative interviews Required Licenses/Certifications Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements Special Instructions Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/318966 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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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. Applicant Documents Required Documents Curriculum Vitae / Resume Cover Letter List of References Optional Documents Posting Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

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Bachelor's, Master's, and/or Doctorate in any field. Associate's in any field and at least 2 years of experience. Combination of post-high school education and experience to equal at least 4 years of related experience (ex: 1 year towards a degree and 3 years of experience). High School diploma/GED and at least 4 years of related experience. Did not complete high school but have a combination of high school education and experience to equal 8 years. (ex. 3 years of high school and 5 years of experience). None of the above