"Soc/Clin Research Assistant (Milko)"

Job Details

Department: Genetics - 423501

Career Area: Research Professionals

Posting Open Date: 09/09/2025

Application Deadline: 09/11/2025

Position Type: Temporary Staff (SHRA)

Position Title: Soc/Clin Research Assistant (Milko)

Position Number: 20069910

Vacancy ID: S026092

Full-time/Part-time: Part-Time Temporary

Hours per week: 10

Work Schedule: Variable Monday – Friday

Position Location: North Carolina, US

Hiring Range: $22.00/per hour

Proposed Start Date: 09/22/2025

Estimated Duration of Appointment: 6 months not to exceed 11 months

Be a Tar Heel!: A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit: Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research. Patient care: We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond. Education: We prepare tomorrow`s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce. Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.

Position Summary: The Social/Clinical Research Assistant (RA) will support clinical and research activities led by Drs. Laura Milko and Jonathan Berg. This role involves helping coordinate research teams within the Clinical Genome Resource (ClinGen) and Age-Based Genomic Screening (ABGS) projects. Tasks include scheduling meetings, drafting emails, keeping track of project updates, and helping create and edit research materials like protocols and presentations. The RA will primarily work with Dr. Milko on the ABGS project. A major part of this role involves community outreach acting as a point of contact between the research team and our Community Research Board and other partner organizations. The RA will help plan and prepare for public genetics education events, including making materials like flyers and newsletters, and attending events about once a month (occasionally on a weekend day). The RA will also learn how to manage the ABGS website and handle data collected through surveys, using tools like Qualtrics and REDCap. When the ABGS pilot launches in summer 2025, the RA will support clinical coordination, helping manage genetic samples and guide participants through the consent process. Other tasks will include recruiting and enrolling participants, working with clinic staff, collecting and entering survey data, tracking incentives, and ensuring everything runs smoothly and is well-documented. For the ClinGen project, the RA will support working groups by organizing meeting logistics, taking notes, helping with presentations and spreadsheets, and staying in touch with team members and project leaders.

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: Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively to a team. Strong organizational and time management skills, with attention to detail and follow-through. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive). Basic understanding of genetics and interest in biomedical or public health research. Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly with diverse audiences. Professionalism, dependability, and a willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic research environment. If selected, applicant needs to be able to start between May 26 (ideal) and June 6 (at the latest)

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience: Course work in a scientific, health-related, or social science field (e.g., genetics, biology, public health, psychology, sociology). Research experience, particularly in clinical or community-based settings. Experience with data collection platforms such as REDCap and Qualtrics. Familiarity with website platforms such as WordPress and/or basic content management tools. Experience with community outreach or public engagement, particularly in health-related settings. Interest in qualitative research or experience conducting interviews, focus groups, or thematic analysis. Multilingual proficiency (e.g., Spanish or other languages) is a plus. Familiarity with IRB processes or research ethics and compliance. Experience tracking participant engagement or managing study incentives.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements: N/A

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities: Not Applicable.