Social/Clinical Research Assistant

Department

Psychiatry - Research-412250

Career Area

Research Professionals

Is this an internal only recruitment?:

No

Posting Open Date

04/22/2026

Application Deadline

04/29/2026

Position Type

Permanent Staff (SHRA)

Position Title

Soc/Clin Research Assistant - Journey

Salary Grade Equivalent

NC09 / GN08

Working Title

Social/Clinical Research Assistant

Position Number

20075640

Vacancy ID

P020973

Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited

Full-Time Permanent

Hours Per Week

40

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm; some travel that may include evenings and/or weekends.

Work Location:

CHAPEL HILL, NC

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range

$46,000 - $56,000

Pay Band Information

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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 for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

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 Program Assistant supports the implementation of the North Carolina Psychiatry Access Line (NC-PAL) programs within the UNC Hub by providing entry-level support across research, data, and program operations. The role contributes to program evaluation efforts through data collection, management, monitoring, and reporting, and plays an active role in supporting quality improvement initiatives and stakeholder communication. The individual will help develop training, outreach, and academic materials, while also supporting day-to-day program needs such as inventory management, funder documentation requirements, and coordination of outreach and recruitment activities. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with internal teams at UNC and collaborate with external partners, including Duke University and the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS).

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Management Preferences

• Demonstrated knowledge in psychology, social work, public health, other social sciences, healthcare, or related field.
• Familiarity with data management or data entry in systems such as Excel, REDCap, or similar databases.
• Demonstrated knowledge with developing written materials for diverse audiences (e.g., reports, presentations, training or outreach materials).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a team-based environment.
• Experience communicating professionally (written and verbal) and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and/or engaging with external partners or stakeholders.
  
  

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

This position requires prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer, with or without accommodation. Occasional lifting of light materials (up to 15 pounds) with or without accommodation may be required. Occasional local travel may be needed to support meetings, trainings, or events.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements

Evening work occasionally, Laboratory, Weekend work occasionally