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Clinical Research Assistant

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill

$23.00 - $25.00 per hour

United States, North Carolina, Chapel Hill

104 Airport Dr (Show on map)

Aug 21, 2026

Posting Information

Department	Biomedical Res Imaging Ctr - 426001
Career Area	Research Professionals
Posting Open Date	08/21/2026
Application Deadline	08/28/2026
Position Type	Temporary Staff (SHRA)
Position Title	Clinical Research Assistant
Position Number	20028326, 20035509, 20032502
Vacancy ID	S027991
Full-time/Part-time	Full-Time Temporary
Hours per week	40
Work Schedule	Variable schedule Monday - Saturday, with occasional Sundays. Specific schedule to be discussed at interview.
Position Location	North Carolina, US
Hiring Range	$23.00 - $25.00 per hour
Proposed Start Date
Estimated Duration of Appointment	6 months or longer

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	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 position will be part of the HBCD (Healthy Brain and Child Development) study team. This position will work directly with mothers, babies, toddlers, and their families to assist them through study visits. They will work with the HBCD team to collect high quality data on a longitudinal study population, some who may have a history of adversity. They will assist in EEG and MRI data collection, as well as biospecimen collection/processing, questionnaires, and behavioral assessments. They will have the opportunity to support families through long data collection visits, build rapport with participants, and assist in various study support related activities, such as retention events and home visits, on an as-needed basis.
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	Experience with pediatric research Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities	Not Applicable.
Special Instructions
Quick Link	https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/324295
Temporary Employment Policies	Temporary Employment Policies

Posting Contact Information

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 is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.