Research Instructor

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC-Chapel Hill's Division of Pediatric Allergy and Immunology at NC Children’s Hospital seeks a full-time Research Instructor to support clinical research on food allergies in children.

You will evaluate study eligibility, perform procedures, collect data, educate families, and contribute to IRB submissions. A Certified PNP with NC NP licensure is required, with preferred familiarity with pediatric trials.

Qualifications

• Certified PNP with valid NC NP license.
• Ability to obtain licensure as NC NP.
• Experience with pediatric clinical research preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients for study qualification.
• Perform clinical procedures and assessments per protocol.
• Collect data and document in electronic systems.
• Educate patients/families and train residents/students.

Skills

Clinical research

Patient care

IRB submissions

Education

Certified PNP with NC NP license

Job description

Department:

Peds-AIR - 412002

Posting Open Date:

11/03/2026

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Position Type:

Permanent Faculty

Working Title:

Research Instructor

Appointment Type:

Fixed Term Faculty

Vacancy ID:

FAC0006199

Full-time/Part-time:

Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week:

40

FTE:

1

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range:

Dependent on Experience and Qualifications

Proposed Start Date:

12/14/2026

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:

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 Division of Pediatric Allergy and Immunology at the North Carolina Children’s Hospital is seeking a full time Research Instructor for clinical research to benefit children with food allergies.

Duties include the evaluation of patients for study qualification; performance of clinical procedures and assessment of study subjects including physical examinations; patient history data collection; care and treatment as requested by supervising MD/NP; development of therapeutic relationship with subjects and their caretakers; per protocol ordering of lab and diagnostic procedures and direct specimen collection; patient/family education and the insertion of IV catheters for food challenges; documentation in electronic data collection systems. Participation in personnel training and resident/student education regarding study techniques and procedures is also expected.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Certified PNP with valid NC NP license or ability to be licensed as a nurse practitioner in NC is required.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Familiarity with food allergies and anaphylaxis, prior experience with clinical trials including safety reporting and IRB submissions.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.