Soc/Clin Research Assistant

Society for Conservation Biology; Carrboro (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution is seeking a Social/Clinical Research Assistant to support a study on PrEP services for incarcerated individuals. This role involves data collection, project management, and collaboration with correctional facilities. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and experience in public health research. Join us to contribute to vital HIV prevention efforts and gain valuable experience in a dynamic research environment.

Benefits

Professional training opportunities

Retail and restaurant discounts

Savings on local child care centers

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Experience with public health or infectious diseases research preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveys and interviews with incarcerated participants.
• Manage project tasks and ensure data accuracy.
• Support dissemination of research findings.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Qualtrics

Job description

Employer University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Location Carrboro, North Carolina, US Salary Competitive Closing date May 12, 2025

View more categories View less categories Sector Academic / Research Field Conservation science Discipline Sustainability Salary Type Salary Employment Type Full time

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

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing 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. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.

OUR VISION

Our vision is to be the nation's leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.

OUR MISSION

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 will 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 will prepare tomorrow's health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.

Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.

Position Summary

The Institute for Global Health and Infectious Diseases is seeking a Social/Clinical Research Assistant (Project Assistant) to support a research study focused on understanding the willingness of incarcerated individuals to access Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) services. This study aims to provide educational programs before and after release and facilitate the linkage of participants to community health centers for PrEP services.

The Project Assistant will play a key role in data collection, project management, administrative tasks, and research dissemination. This part-time position is funded for 36 months and requires a detail-oriented, organized, and proactive individual who can meet project deadlines and facilitate effective collaboration between investigators and correctional facilities. This role provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to HIV prevention research, gain experience in public health interventions, and support the linkage of justice-involved individuals to essential healthcare services.

Key Responsibilities:

Obtain informed consent from incarcerated individuals participating in the study.

Conduct structured surveys and interviews with consenting participants to assess attitudes, beliefs, and willingness to uptake PrEP.

Enter survey data into Qualtrics in real time during study activities.

Serves as the liaison between research investigators and correctional facilities/authorities, ensuring smooth communication and coordination.

Organize and maintain electronic and paper files for study participants, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality.

Assist with meeting coordination, project scheduling, and general administrative support.

Support dissemination of study findings, including assistance with abstracts, manuscripts, literature reviews, and conference presentations.

Ensure compliance with institutional and ethical guidelines for research involving incarcerated populations.

Assist with additional office and project management tasks as needed.

Conduct above research on site in NC Prisons.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Experience with public health or infectious diseases research.

Experience with incarcerated individuals.

Experience with survey administration, qualitative research, or public health research.

Proficiency in Qualtrics or other survey/data collection platforms.

Strong organizational and time-management skills to meet project deadlines.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research setting.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, especially when engaging with vulnerable populations.

Experience working in criminal justice, public health, or community outreach settings is beneficial.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

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