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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Research Assistant (Robeson County, NC)

🇺🇸 Robeson County, NC

🕑 Temporary

💰 $26 - $29 per Hour

💻 Research

🗓️ July 17th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is hiring a Research Assistant (Robeson County, NC) to support Dr. Jada Brooks' research team focusing on community-based participatory research and health disparities. The role involves conducting in-person data collection, recruitment events, providing technical assistance to participants, and coordinating research activities primarily within Robeson County.

Highlights

  • Conduct in-person data collections and recruitment events in Robeson County at least twice weekly.
  • Provide technical assistance to research participants using smartphones and tracking devices.
  • Coordinate and support research activities for community-based projects.
  • Work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends.
  • Use virtual collaboration tools such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Excel, and Word is required.
  • Must have reliable transportation and a valid North Carolina driver's license.
  • Requires a Bachelor's degree related to the field and at least one year of relevant experience working with human subjects or in higher education.
  • Preferred experience with online data capture systems like REDCap and Qualtrics and working with minority populations in Southeastern North Carolina.
  • Compensation ranges from $26.00 to $29.00 per hour for a part-time temporary position (30 hours/week) lasting up to 11 months.