Soc/Clin Research Specialist

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Research Specialist to support the CHAP Child Follow-Up Study under the direction of a faculty member in the Department of Psychiatry. The role involves coordinating and conducting in-person neurodevelopmental assessments with study participants and preparing materials for testing.

Responsibilities include administering standardized assessments, scoring results, and documenting data, with an expected ~3 hours per participant visit

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the field assigned and one year of related training or experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct in-person neurodevelopmental assessments with CHAP Child Follow-Up Study participants.
• Prepare assessment materials, administer standardized neurodevelopmental and neuropsychological assessments.
• Score, document assessment results, and perform data entry for study records.

Job description

Posting Information

• Department Womens Health Resrch Ctr - 425201
• Career Area Research Professionals
• Posting Open Date 08/25/2026
• Application Deadline 09/15/2026
• Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA)
• Position Title Soc/Clin Research Specialist
• Position Number 20078303
• Vacancy ID S027999
• Full-time/Part-time Part-Time Temporary
• Hours per week 10
• Position Location North Carolina, US
• Hiring Range $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
• Estimated Duration of Appointment 6 months or longer

Position Summary

The Center for Women’s Health Research ( CWHR ) is seeking a Research Specialist to support the CHAP Child Follow-Up Study under the direction of Dr. Heather Hazlett, Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry.

The Research Specialist will be responsible for coordinating and conducting in-person neurodevelopmental assessments with study participants enrolled in the CHAP Child Follow-Up Study. Participants who consent to participate will be scheduled by study staff for follow-up visits. The Research Specialist will prepare assessment materials, administer standardized neurodevelopmental and neuropsychological assessments, score and document assessment results. The position requires approximately three hours per participant visit, including visit preparation, assessment administration, scoring, documentation, and data entry.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the field assigned and one year of related training or experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Management Preferences

• Demonstrated experience administering standardized neurodevelopmental or neuropsychological assessments
• Experience working with children and families in a research, clinical, or educational setting
• Ability to communicate effectively with children, families, and multidisciplinary research teams

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.