UTS-Temporary Research Assistant at UNC Chapel Hill

Davita Inc.; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a Temporary Research Assistant to participate in groundbreaking research studies aimed at health data collection. The role involves processing biological samples while ensuring adherence to precise research protocols. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational skills and relevant educational background with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, contributing to vital research outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience with handling human specimens and biospecimen processing.
• Willingness to follow study-specific protocols.
• 1-2 years in a clinical or research environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process blood, urine, and saliva samples.
• Adhere to study protocols for specimen handling.
• Maintain accurate data and prioritize tasks under pressure.

Skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a health-related field

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Position Information

The department is taking part in two exciting research studies - the All of Us Research Program and the first All of Us ancillary study, Nutrition for Precision Health (NPH). All of Us is a unique research program funded by the NIH to build one of the most comprehensive health databases in history with a goal of recruiting at least one million participants from across the country. A subset of All of Us participants will also be recruited into Nutrition for Precision Health, powered by the All of Us Research Program with the study goal of developing algorithms that predict individual responses to food and dietary patterns. The department is one of six clinical centers across the country that will recruit a cohort of adults from rural and urban communities and implement the All of Us and NPH study protocols with the aim of studying variability in physiologic responses to diet. The UNC-CC includes two data collection locations, one in Chapel Hill and one at the UNC Nutrition Research Institute in Kannapolis.

Specific tasks include processing (spinning/aliquoting) blood, urine, and saliva samples and processing other specimens. This can be manually intensive and requires someone who is very organized and detail-oriented.

Posting Number	PG195190TM
Position Number	48SM88
Position Type	Temporary
Essential Job Duties
Is Time Limited	Yes
If Yes, Appointment Length	1-2 months

Department Information

Job City & State	Chapel Hill, NC
Department

System Information

Classification Title	Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional
Working Title	UTS-Temporary Research Assistant at UNC Chapel Hill

Requirements and Preferences

Other duties as needed.

Bachelor's degree in a health-related field (e.g., biology, public health, nutrition, psychology, or a related area).

-OR-

An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience (e.g., associate degree with additional years of hands-on research or clinical experience)

N/A

Work Schedule	Monday to Friday, 8AM-5PM
Other Work/Responsibilities
Minimum Experience/Education
Department Required Skills	* Experience and/or comfort with handling of human specimens and biospecimen processing * Willingness to be trained in and follow study-specific protocols and procedures * Exceptionally strong organizational and time management skills are required * Ability to work both independently and within a team to achieve research aims * Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with individuals of varied backgrounds * Capacity to perform and meet deadlines under pressure. * Demonstrated ability to rapidly adjust priorities in a high-paced environment while maintaining participant safety and data quality * Excellent computing skills including experience with Microsoft Office 365 * Ability to maintain a high level of detail and accuracy in work Note: selected candidate will be required to complete research training (Human Subjects Training, Good Clinical Practice Training).
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education	At least 1-2 years of experience in a clinical, research, or laboratory setting, ideally involving: Human subject interaction Biospecimen collection or processing Adherence to research protocols
Required License or Certification
Valid NC Driver's License required?	No
Commercial Driver's License Required?	No

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range	$26.60 an hour

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date	05/30/2025

Applicant Information

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

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