Part-Time Research Assistant

Part-Time Research Assistant

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: Accountancy - 31241
Vacancy Number: TSP5636PST
Temp Position Type: SHRA Temporary
Job Category: Unspecified
FLSA for Position: Nonexempt

Brief Summary of Work for this Position:
The Department of Accountancy and Business Law (ABL) seeks to hire one part-time Research Assistant (Faculty) for June-July 2026.

This position will support faculty research and departmental initiatives. The Research Assistant will work closely with a faculty supervisor on research-related activities and other departmental tasks, as assigned.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with faculty research projects (e.g., data collection, literature reviews, data analysis, and manuscript preparation support)
• Support departmental initiatives and administrative tasks as assigned by the faculty supervisor
• Coordinate regularly with the faculty supervisor to ensure timely progress on assigned work

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Strong preference will be given to graduates of University of North Carolina Wilmington's Master of Science in Accountancy (MSA) program
• Demonstrated interest or experience in academic research
• Strong analytical, organizational, and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Work Hours: 8am-5pm
Work Days: Monday - Friday
Hours Per Week: 20
Anticipated Hiring Range: $17.46 - $25.46

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.

Employees in temporary positions are not considered permanent state employees and do not earn leave.

Applications must be submitted through the online application system by the posting end date to be considered.

Job Posting Date: 04/09/2026
Job Closing Date: 4/24/2026