Research Manager

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites applications for a part-time temporary Research Manager in the Department of Family Medicine. The role focuses on a tobacco health communication project and involves 5–10 hours per week.

Responsibilities include assisting with publications, launching a pilot randomized trial, and data monitoring and analysis. Salary is $27–$37 per hour.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a discipline related to the field assigned or Bachelor's with two years of research/analysis.
• All degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with peer-reviewed publications and presentations.
• Helping prepare the launch of a pilot randomized controlled trial.
• Assisting with quantitative data monitoring and analysis.

Education

Master's degree in a discipline related to the field assigned

Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to the field assigned and two years of research/analysis

Job description

Posting Information

• Department: Family Medicine - 411601
• Career Area: Research Professionals
• Posting Open Date: 08/12/2026
• Application Deadline: 08/17/2026
• Position Type: Temporary Staff (SHRA)
• Position Title: Research Manager
• Position Number: 20063126
• Vacancy ID: S027950
• Full-time/Part-time: Part-Time Temporary
• Hours per week: 10
• Position Location: North Carolina, US
• Hiring Range: $27.00 - $37.00 per hour
• Proposed Start Date: 08/31/2026
• Estimated Duration of Appointment: 6 months or longer

Position Information

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.

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

Sarah Kowitt, PhD, is looking to hire an hourly temporary employee (around 5-10 hours a week) to work in the Department of Family Medicine. The temporary employee will primarily be working on a tobacco health communication project. Responsibilities include:

1. Assisting with peer-reviewed publications and presentations
2. Helping prepare the launch of a pilot randomized controlled trial
3. Assisting with quantitative data monitoring and analysis

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Master's degree in a discipline related to the field assigned; or Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to the field assigned and two years of research/analysis, preferably with one year in a supervisory role; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Management Preferences

Coursework in public health.

Proactive individual who has outstanding interpersonal and writing skills with meticulous attention to detail.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

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