Temporary Research Scientist (Multi-Positions)

University of North Carolina Wilmington; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) is seeking a Temporary Research Scientist (Multi-Positions) for the Computer Science department. The position focuses on conducting research, designing computational methods and software, and preparing technical deliverables under supervision of a PI or faculty supervisor.

The role involves reviewing literature, developing experiments, and mentoring graduate or undergraduate students.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in a related area.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and develop plans for experiments, studies, and technical investigations within computer science and related fields.
• Review literature and design, adapt, and implement computational methods, software, and experiments to meet objectives.
• Train and mentor graduate/undergraduate students and research personnel as needed.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

University Information

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of \"Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity\" institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

Department

Computer Science - 32331

External Link to Posting

https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/40710

Vacancy Number

TSP5722PST

Working Title

Temporary Research Scientist (Multi-Positions)

Job Title

Research Analyst II

Job Category

Research

FLSA for Position

Nonexempt

Brief Summary of Work for this Position

Work typically involves conducting research and developing specific plans for experiments, studies, and technical investigations within assigned areas of computer science and related interdisciplinary fields. The position requires reviewing and analyzing current scientific and technical literature; designing, adapting, and implementing computational methods, algorithms, software, simulations, prototypes, and experimental procedures to meet specific research objectives.

The Temporary Research Scientist independently conducts research activities, collects, manages, analyzes, and interprets experimental and computational data, and documents research methods, results, and findings. Work requires sufficient theoretical and technical knowledge to work effectively in the assigned area of inquiry, as well as independent judgment in planning and conducting research activities, troubleshooting technical challenges, evaluating results, and identifying appropriate next steps.

Responsibilities may include developing and testing software and computational tools; working with artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, cybersecurity, virtual reality, human-computer interaction, or other emerging technologies as appropriate to the project; preparing technical documentation, research reports, presentations, publications, and other project deliverables; and contributing to grant-funded research activities.

Work may also include training, mentoring, and providing technical guidance to graduate and undergraduate students, research assistants, or other project personnel in specific research methods, software tools, data collection procedures, and technical activities. The position works under the general supervision of a principal investigator or faculty research supervisor, with progress and results reviewed through periodic meetings, reports, presentations, and other research deliverables in relation to established project objectives.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

As a guide, graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in a related area.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

N/A

Required Certifications or Licensure

No Required Certifications or Licensure

Work Hours

Varies

Work Days

Varies

Hours Per Week

Varies

Anticipated Hiring Range

$20.00 - $35.00/hour

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please Note: This is a temporary position. The length of the assignment will be based on department need with the possibility of continuation. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

Job Posting Date

09/04/2026

Job Closing Date

11/15/2026

EEO Statement

UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.

Number of Openings

Multi-Positions