UTS-Temporary Research Assistant at UNC Chapel Hill

NC State University; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

NC State University is seeking a UTS-Temporary Research Assistant to support research studies aimed at building a diverse health database. This position involves processing biological samples and requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail. An ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field and experience in a laboratory setting. This role will be temporary, lasting 1-2 months, and is a great opportunity for those looking to enhance their research experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in health-related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience handling human specimens and biospecimen processing preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in clinical, research, or laboratory setting valued.

Responsibilities

• Process blood, urine, and saliva samples for research studies.
• Follow study-specific protocols and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with participants and team members.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Communication

Detail Orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree in a health-related field

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

UTS-Temporary Research Assistant at UNC Chapel Hill

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 diverse 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 diverse 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.

Is Time Limited

Is Time Limited Yes

If Yes, Appointment Length 1-2 months

Department Information

Job City & State

Department

System Information

Classification Title

Working Title

Working Title UTS-Temporary Research Assistant at UNC Chapel Hill

Position Information

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule

Work Schedule Monday to Friday, 8AM-5PM

Other Work/Responsibilities

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)

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 diverse 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:

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.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail]. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. If highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about University Temporary Services?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you have experience handling human specimens and biospecimen processing?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you consider yourself highly organized and detail oriented?

  (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

• Resume
• Contact Information for References
Optional Documents
• Cover Letter

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