Research Assistant
Chapel Hill, NC Chapel Hill, NC Full-time Full-time $48,000 - $61,343 a year $48,000 - $61,343 a year 5 days ago 5 days ago 5 days ago Posting Information Department FPG Child Development Inst-631200 Career Area Research Professionals Is this an internal only recruitment? No Posting Open Date 08/03/2023 Application Deadline 08/10/2023 Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA) Position Title Soc/Clin Research Assistant - Advanced Salary Grade Equivalent GN10 Working Title Research Assistant Position Number 20040241 Vacancy ID P017930 Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Time-Limited If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment Two years with possibility of extension Hours per week 40 Work Schedule Monday-Friday, 8a-5p; A flexible work schedule may be considered.
Work Location Chapel Hill, NC Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $48,000-$61,343 Pay Band Information To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.
Position Summary Information Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit The UNC Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute (FPG) is one of the nation's oldest and largest multidisciplinary centers devoted to the study of children and their families.
As one of the nation's leading child development research centers, we generate scientific evidence, inform policies, and support practices to promote positive developmental and educational outcomes for children of all backgrounds and abilities from infancy to adolescence.
FPG has a particular focus on the study of vulnerable populations and those who have special needs.
In addition, FPG is committed to creating a place where everyone is welcome, supported, and has the resources they need to grow and thrive regardless of identity, origin, or difference in circumstances as well as engaging in work that addresses critical issues related to educational inequality and barriers to inclusion that impact children's wellbeing.
Approximately 280 researchers, implementation and technical assistance specialists, staff, and students work on more than 75 projects related to developmental disabilities; physical, social, and emotional health; early care and education; early intervention and special education, prevention science, and more to address important issues facing all children and families.
Our work spans across disciplines from education and psychology to social work and public health.
We collaborate with researchers across campus and throughout the nation.
At FPG, transdisciplinary collaboration is a way to leverage collective expertise for comprehensive and relevant research and outreach, and is embodied in our motto:
Advancing knowledge to transform children's lives.
Position Summary This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy.
UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
This position will serve as a Research Assistant of funded contracts and grants in the National Implementation Research Network (NIRN).
The mission of the NIRN is to advance the science and practice of implementation, organization change, and system transformation.
The goals of the NIRN are to produce original works and work in collaboration with a network of others globally to influence research, practice, and policy in human services.
The Research Assistant will be responsible for providing evaluation and research support for the day-to-day activities of the project with a focus on quantitative data.
In this position, the successful candidate will not only be required to work with diverse research teams on evaluation and research studies, but also be able to work independently on tasks assigned to them.
These tasks will include, but are not limited to, collaborating with the implementation team lead/data lead with data tasks, milestone reporting, data management (including managing large datasets and cleaning data for analyses), quantitative analysis, report development and writing, data compilation and visualization, requests for data/reports, and literature searches and synthesis.
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 This position requires:
Demonstrated ability to clearly, concisely, professionally, and effectively communicate in writing and verbally with staff, faculty, and individuals in other organizations, including report writing and data visualization.
Knowledge of applied research methodologies, ability to collect and organize data for research purposes.
Knowledge of statistical analysis software (SPSS).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, and internet browsers.
Excellent organizational and time management skills and the ability to consistently follow through and follow up with assignments of others.
Detailed oriented work style and demonstrated success in assisting on multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to work as a team and independently, identify needs and develop and implement improvements.
Strong attention to detail with a focus on ensuring accuracy, validity, and integrity of data.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience Prefer a Bachelor's degree and five years of experience; or Master's degree and at least one year of experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Prefer advanced knowledge and experience in quantitative methodologies.
Required Licenses/Certifications Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities Not Applicable.
Position/Schedule Requirements.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Work Location Chapel Hill, NC Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $48,000-$61,343 Pay Band Information To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.
Position Summary Information Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit The UNC Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute (FPG) is one of the nation's oldest and largest multidisciplinary centers devoted to the study of children and their families.
As one of the nation's leading child development research centers, we generate scientific evidence, inform policies, and support practices to promote positive developmental and educational outcomes for children of all backgrounds and abilities from infancy to adolescence.
FPG has a particular focus on the study of vulnerable populations and those who have special needs.
In addition, FPG is committed to creating a place where everyone is welcome, supported, and has the resources they need to grow and thrive regardless of identity, origin, or difference in circumstances as well as engaging in work that addresses critical issues related to educational inequality and barriers to inclusion that impact children's wellbeing.
Approximately 280 researchers, implementation and technical assistance specialists, staff, and students work on more than 75 projects related to developmental disabilities; physical, social, and emotional health; early care and education; early intervention and special education, prevention science, and more to address important issues facing all children and families.
Our work spans across disciplines from education and psychology to social work and public health.
We collaborate with researchers across campus and throughout the nation.
At FPG, transdisciplinary collaboration is a way to leverage collective expertise for comprehensive and relevant research and outreach, and is embodied in our motto:
Advancing knowledge to transform children's lives.
Position Summary This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy.
UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
This position will serve as a Research Assistant of funded contracts and grants in the National Implementation Research Network (NIRN).
The mission of the NIRN is to advance the science and practice of implementation, organization change, and system transformation.
The goals of the NIRN are to produce original works and work in collaboration with a network of others globally to influence research, practice, and policy in human services.
The Research Assistant will be responsible for providing evaluation and research support for the day-to-day activities of the project with a focus on quantitative data.
In this position, the successful candidate will not only be required to work with diverse research teams on evaluation and research studies, but also be able to work independently on tasks assigned to them.
These tasks will include, but are not limited to, collaborating with the implementation team lead/data lead with data tasks, milestone reporting, data management (including managing large datasets and cleaning data for analyses), quantitative analysis, report development and writing, data compilation and visualization, requests for data/reports, and literature searches and synthesis.
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 This position requires:
Demonstrated ability to clearly, concisely, professionally, and effectively communicate in writing and verbally with staff, faculty, and individuals in other organizations, including report writing and data visualization.
Knowledge of applied research methodologies, ability to collect and organize data for research purposes.
Knowledge of statistical analysis software (SPSS).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, and internet browsers.
Excellent organizational and time management skills and the ability to consistently follow through and follow up with assignments of others.
Detailed oriented work style and demonstrated success in assisting on multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to work as a team and independently, identify needs and develop and implement improvements.
Strong attention to detail with a focus on ensuring accuracy, validity, and integrity of data.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience Prefer a Bachelor's degree and five years of experience; or Master's degree and at least one year of experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Prefer advanced knowledge and experience in quantitative methodologies.
Required Licenses/Certifications Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities Not Applicable.
Position/Schedule Requirements.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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