Research Assistant

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

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Job summary

The Institute for Global Health and Infectious Disease at the UNC School of Medicine is seeking a Research Assistant for the Center for AIDS Research. The position will provide support for HIV research with primary responsibility for data collection and management, medical chart abstraction, data entry into a computerized data-entry instrument, and other research project support.

The appointment is full-time temporary, 40 hours per week, located in North Carolina, with a starting date of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Experience with medical record data abstraction or entry.
• Familiarity with HIV medical care and terminology.
• Ability to work independently with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Data collection and management for HIV research.
• Medical chart abstraction and data-entry into a computerized data-entry instrument.
• Provide general project support for research endeavors.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Posting Information

Department: Globl Hlth and Infect Disease - 427801

Career Area: Research Professionals

Posting Open Date: 11/04/2026

Application Deadline: 11/09/2026

Position Type: Temporary Staff (SHRA)

Position Title: Research Assistant

Position Number: 20079385

Vacancy ID: S028239

Full-time/Part-time: Full-Time Temporary

Hours per week: 40

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Position Location: North Carolina, US

Hiring Range: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Proposed Start Date: 11/30/2026

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 Institute for Global Health and Infectious Disease at the UNC School of Medicine is seeking a Research Assistant for the Center for AIDS Research. The position will provide support for HIV research by having primary responsibility for data collection and management, medical chart abstraction, data entry into a computerized data-entry instrument, and other research project support.

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

• Ability to perform medical record data abstraction or entry
• Ability to maintain a high level of organization while working independently
• Experience with chart abstraction and medical terminology
• Familiarity with HIV medical care and terminology

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

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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.