Social/Clinical Research Assistant

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking an Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator for the TEACCH Autism Program. This role involves conducting research activities, requiring strong communication and organizational skills, as well as proficiency in data collection and analysis, within an inclusive academic environment.

Benefits

Professional training opportunities

Exclusive discounts on retail and restaurants

Savings on local child care

Special rates for performing arts events

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with survey software and statistical packages preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research activities including data collection and participant recruitment.
• Detailed data analysis under supervision.
• Work independently and in a team setting.

Skills

Communication

Data Collection

Data Analysis

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

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

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

This position will serve as an Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator within the UNC TEACCH Autism Program.

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.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Must be able to work and communicate with diverse populations effectively and professionally.
Ability to work independently as well as function as part of a team.
Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Requires ability to carry out research activities (data collection, data analysis, participant recruitment) with supervision.
Requires meticulous attention to detail.
Requires excellent interpersonal skills, especially online and in-person participant skills.
Requires experience with MS Office suite.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Experience in developmental or clinical research.
Experience with survey software and statistical package software.
Some previous understanding and experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Office of Human Resources Contact Information

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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.

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Curriculum Vitae / Resume

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