Job Details
Department: Thurston Arthritis Res Center - 429201
Career Area: Research Professionals
Posting Open Date: 09/15/2026
Application Deadline: 09/18/2026
Position Type: Temporary Staff (SHRA)
Position Title: Soc/Clin Research Specialist
Position Number: 20004519, 20078649
Vacancy ID: S028071
Full-time/Part-time: Full-Time Temporary
Hours per week: 40
Position Location: North Carolina, US
Hiring Range: $20.00 - $35.00 per hour; dependent on experience and qualifications.
Proposed Start Date: 09/28/2026
Estimated Duration of Appointment: 6 months or longer
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:
This Soc/Clin Research Specialist is focused on supporting the grant portfolio and other research projects at the Thurston Arthritis Research Center. Key aspects of the position will include advancing research initiatives through assisting staff with grant development, data analysis, and developing innovative methods for dissemination.
The position will provide support to both qualitative and quantitative data analysis across ongoing and future research projects. This includes assisting with the organization and management of datasets as well as conducting descriptive and summary statistical analyses and interpretation of findings. The coordinator will also assist in the development and preparation of manuscripts, abstracts, and other outputs. Additional responsibilities may include assisting with IRB submission, identifying grant opportunities, and assisting with progress reports. The successful candidate will also participate in other clinical research activities as necessary at the Thurston Arthritis Research Center.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to the field assigned and one year of related training or experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Management Preferences:
- Coursework in biostatistical analysis, biology, and experience in clinical or research environment
- Strong writing skills with experience with grant writing
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:
Not Applicable.
Organization
The nation's first public university is at the heart of what's next, preparing a diverse student body to become creators, explorers, innovators and leaders in North Carolina and throughout the world. Carolina's nationally recognized, innovative teaching, campus-wide spirit of inquiry and dedication to public service continue the legacy that began in 1795 when the University first opened its doors to students.
Here, in one of America's most beautiful college settings, we offer exceptional careers in richly diverse fields. Come explore what UNC-Chapel Hill has to offer you.
Undergraduate Enrollment: 19,117
Graduate/Professional Enrollment: 10,894
Total Student Enrollment: 30,011
Founded: 1789, as the first state university in the United States
Type of Institution: Public, four-year
Faculty: 3,000
Percentage of faculty who hold Ph.D.s or the highest degrees in their field: 94 percent
Faculty/student ratio: 1/14
Location: UNC is located in the heart of Chapel Hill, the best college town in America! It's a friendly town of about 40,000 in the geographical center of North Carolina. Chapel Hill is at the western point of the Research Triangle, an area of about one million people, comprised of Chapel Hill, the cities of Durham and Raleigh, and the Research Triangle Park, home of many corporate offices and scientific research centers. Carolina is about 30 miles from the state capital, Raleigh, and 20 minutes from Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
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