MiP Research Assistant

Posting InformationPosting InformationDepartment Carolina Population Center - 631100 Career Area Research Professionals Posting Open Date 05/02/2026 Application Deadline 05/05/2026 Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA) Position Title MiP Research Assistant Position Number 20016917 Vacancy ID S027278 Full-time/Part-time Part-Time Temporary Hours per week 20 Work Schedule Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $20.00 per hour Proposed Start Date 05/11/2026 Estimated Duration of Appointment 6 months or lessPosition InformationBe 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 UnitSince 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. https://www.cpc.unc.edu/about/Position SummaryThis position will involve work on the Malaria in Pregnancy and After the Floods clinical trials studies. Duties include building and managing the REDCap databases, implementation of data collection per the protocols, and statistical analysis of the data. This position will require the employee to work closely with an international research team and will involve routine meetings to troubleshoot any data collection issues. This job will also include organizing and presenting findings in manuscripts.Minimum Education And Experience RequirementsBachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.Management Preferences Experience in nutrition, health behavior, exercise physiology, public health, social work, or related field Experience working on a research project Experience with clinical trial databases Experience using research protocols to recruit or collect data on subjects Experience with survey data collectionResponsibilitiesSpecial Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority ResponsibilitiesNot Applicable.Special Instructions Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/317128 Temporary Employment PoliciesTemporary Employment PoliciesPosting Contact InformationOffice of Human Resources Contact InformationIf 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.eduPlease note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.Equal Opportunity Employer StatementThe 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 DocumentsRequired DocumentsCurriculum Vitae / ResumeOptional DocumentsCover LetterSupplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).