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Research Assistant

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 3/31/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/19/2025
Posting Information
Posting Information

Department Globl Hlth and Infect Disease - 427801
Career Area Research Professionals
Posting Open Date 03/28/2025
Application Deadline 04/03/2025
Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA)
Position Title Research Assistant
Position Number 20069448
Vacancy ID S024986
Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Temporary
Hours per week 40
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $18.00/per hour
Proposed Start Date 05/19/2025
Estimated Duration of Appointment 6 months not to exceed 11 months
Position Information

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
The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing 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. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation's leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
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 will 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 will prepare tomorrow's health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.
Position Summary
The Division of Infectious Diseases/Institute for Global Health and Infectious Diseases is seeking a motivated Research Assistant that will be responsible for molecular laboratory work in a global health molecular epidemiology lab. The research assistant will be responsible for conducting sequencing library preparation for genomic epidemiology studies of infectious agents.

The person will work in conjunction with other lab members, including technicians, the lab manager, and a senior graduate student. They will report to the principal investigator. They will have the opportunity to interact with trainees at all levels in a highly collaborative research group pursuing translational research on a range of infectious diseases and global health projects.
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
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Attention to detail.
Experience working in collaborative group setting.
Experience in a molecular biology or immunology lab.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Preferred candidates will have dedicated full-time research experience.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions
Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/298931
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Office of Human Resources Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

 

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