Research Technician

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a Research Technician for the Adams School of Dentistry. This role involves recruiting study subjects, managing data, and collaborating with dental and medical professionals, requiring strong organizational skills and attention to detail in a clinical environment.

Benefits

Professional training opportunities

Exclusive retail and restaurant discounts

Savings on local child care centers

Special rates for performing arts events

Qualifications

• Previous clinical research experience required.
• Ability to collect and record data accurately.
• Experience with laboratory work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with study recruitment and data management.
• Contact patients and collaborate with dental professionals.
• Create tables and figures for research.

Skills

Attention to detail

Professionalism

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Course work in science or linguistics

Job description

Monday – Friday; 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (5 days/week in person). Includes some travel to
off-site locations

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

The UNC Adams School of Dentistry Division of Pediatric and Public Health provides oral health care for individuals from infancy through adolescence, and promotes the prevention of oral disease. The Pediatric Dentistry discipline is committed to the treatment of children, adolescents and special needs patients while balancing teaching, scholarship, patient care, research and professional service activities.

Position Summary

The Research Technician position will assist with study subject recruitment, data collection, entry, and management. This position may also be trained to create tables and figures. This position involves contact with patients and other dental and medical professionals. The successful applicant will exhibit attention to detail, professionalism, and a good work ethic. They must be well-organized, reliable, be able to follow detailed instructions and become proficient quickly. Finally, they must be comfortable with independent work and collaborating with other people, in a team and in patient-facing settings.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Previous clinical research experience. Ability to observe, monitor, collect, and record data in order to assess accuracy, validity and integrity of data.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Course work in science or linguistics and experience with prior laboratory work is preferred, especially clinical-translational research.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

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 [phone] or send an email to [e-mail]

Please note: 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.

Optional and Required Documents

Required Documents

Curriculum Vitae / Resume

Optional Documents

Cover Letter

List of References

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).