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North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University

Temporary Research Specialist

🇺🇸 Greensboro, NC

🕑 Temporary

💰 $22 - $28 per Hour

💻 Research

🗓️ September 1st, 2025

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North Carolina A&T State University is hiring a Temporary Research Specialist who will support a Principal Investigator in conducting human subject research and managing laboratory operations. The role involves participant recruitment, data collection and management, laboratory maintenance, biospecimen handling, supervision of junior staff, and ensuring compliance with safety and research policies.

Highlights

  • Manage and maintain laboratory operations including inventory and equipment.
  • Recruit, schedule, and coordinate research participants adhering to IRB and ethical standards.
  • Collect, enter, and maintain research data with accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Train and oversee junior research assistants in protocols.
  • Ensure compliance with university, state, and federal research and safety regulations.
  • Assist with scientific writing for reports, grant applications, and publications.
  • Requires Bachelor’s degree related to assignment area; Master’s preferred.
  • Experience with data collection and management; familiarity with ELISA methodology preferred.
  • Competency in managing multiple tasks and changing priorities.
  • Compensation ranges from $22 to $28 per hour, temporary full-time employment.

Temporary Research Specialist Full Description


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Temporary Research Specialist
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.
Posting Details
 Classification Information 
Position/Classification Title  | Update
Classification Type  | SHRA
Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies:  |
Minimum Experience/Education  |
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education  | Minimum Experience: Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment from an appropriately accredited institution. Ability to manage multiple tasks, adapt to changing priorities, and learn new laboratory techniques. Strong organizational, oral and written communication skills. Willingness to work occasional evenings or weekends as research requires. Experience with data collection, entry and management. 
Preferred Experience:Master’s degree or higher in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Nutrition, or a closely related field. Two or more years of direct experience in research operations at a higher education institution. Knowledge and experience working with human subjects and/or athletes. Research experience in sport science, nutrition, or cardiovascular physiology/assessment. Wet bench laboratory experience, including ELISA methodology. Experience managing and mentoring research assistants. Scientific writing experience; prior publications preferred. Advanced professional certifications such as NSCA CSCS and/or ACSM EPC. Current CPR certification (or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire).
Required License or Certification  | 
 Position Overview 
Primary Purpose of Position  | The Temporary Research Specialist (Laboratory Manager) supports and reports directly to the Principal Investigator (PI) in all aspects of human subject research, laboratory management, and data oversight. Responsibilities include subject recruitment, data collection, data management, laboratory maintenance, and biospecimen handling. The Research Specialist serves as a key resource for the PI and is responsible for day-to-day laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with safety, research integrity, and university policies.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities
• Support the PI in the collection and management of human subject data, including electronic surveys, demographic, metabolic, and cardiovascular assessments.
• Manage and maintain laboratory operations, including inventory, equipment, and biospecimen handling.
• Recruit, schedule, and coordinate research participants in compliance with IRB and ethical standards.
• Collect, enter, and manage research data with accuracy, confidentiality, and integrity.
• Train and oversee junior research assistants in laboratory and data collection protocols.
• Ensure compliance with university, state, and federal research and safety regulations.
• Assist with scientific writing, including reports, grant applications, and publications.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the PI.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit  | The John R. and Kathy R. Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences (HCHHS) comprises six departments and the School of Nursing. The HCHHS offers the following undergraduate degree programs; Communication Sciences and Disorders, Health Services Management, Kinesiology, Nursing, Psychology, Social Work, and Sociology. At the graduate level, HCHHS offers four graduate degree programs including the Masters in Physician Assistant Studies (PA program), Master of Social Work (MSW), Master of Science in Health Psychology and PhD in Social Work, PhD in Applied Psychology, and Doctor of Nurse Practice (DNP). The HCHHS is also home to the Center of Excellence in Integrative Health Disparities and Equity Research (CIHDER), a hub for multidisciplinary research and community engagement efforts to alleviate health inequities. The HCHHS capitalizes on the synergistic relationships between these departments to develop advanced academic programming, enhance the mentoring of trainees, and conduct collaborative multidisciplinary research and scholastic activity. The Department of Kinesiology is one of the largest departments on campus with current enrollment of approximately 700 students.

The Department of Kinesiology trains evidence-based professionals, meeting the needs of people who are apparently healthy, at risk, and with known disease(s). The Kinesiology faculty possess a wide depth of knowledge in areas such as physical therapy, exercise science, adaptive physical education, sports management, recreation and leisure studies, exercise immunology, health and wellness, nutrition and community health. We currently offer a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Kinesiology with three concentrations : (1) Exercise Science, (2) Recreation Sport Management, and (3) Preprofessional . Kinesiology graduates are prepared to pursue entry level positions within the sport and recreation management, rehabilitation, recreation, and healthcare fields. The Kinesiology degree also prepares students who desire to pursue advanced graduate degrees in disciplines such as athletic training, physical therapy, sport management, public health, occupational therapy, recreation and leisure studies and more.
Work Hours  | Work hours vary depending on research needs and may include occasional evenings or weekends.
Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.  | 
 Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies 
 Position Information 
Working Title  | Temporary Research Specialist
Competency Level  | Contributing
Position Number  |
Recruitment Range  | $22-28/hr
FLSA  | Non-Exempt
Appointment Type  | Temporary - Full-time
FTE  |
If Time Limited, Appointment Length  |
Organizational Division  | Kinesiology
Organizational Location  | College of Health and Human Sciences
Organizational Unit  | Kinesiology
 Posting Detail Information 
Posting Number  | SHRA3013
Open Date  | 08/25/2025
Close Date  | 10/25/2025
Special Instructions to Applicant  | You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.
Quick Link  | https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/38352
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD-214)
  2. Cover Letter
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