Research Technician Job at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill North Carolina
$15 an hour
Posting Information
Department
Nutrition Research Institute - 633300
Career Area
Research Professionals
Posting Open Date
05/12/2023
Application Deadline
05/19/2023
Position Type
Temporary Staff (SHRA)
Position Title
Research Technician-Goode Lab
Position Number
20055213, 20055214
Vacancy ID
S021459
Full-time/Part-time
Full-Time Temporary
Hours per week
40
Work Schedule
M-F
Position Location
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
15.00
Proposed Start Date
Estimated Duration of Appointment
6 months not to exceed 11 months
Position Information
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
Learning how people can eat uniquely!
The UNC Nutrition Research Institute (NRI) is an internationally recognized center conducting innovative basic and translational science to establish how individual differences in nutrient requirements and responses to diet affect our nutritional needs. Our research contributes to the prevention and mitigation of chronic disease across the lifespan from periconception through aging.
Our Mission is to lead precision nutrition research through understanding how genetics and environment affect an individual’s requirements for and responses to nutrients.
NRI principal investigators hold faculty appointments in the departments of Nutrition and Psychology at UNC Chapel Hill. Their research interrogates nutrient roles in disease prevention, disease risk factors, and the impact of gene-environment and gene-nutrient interactions.
The NRI promotes excellence in nutrition knowledge, teaching, and research. We seek and encourage a diversity of experiences and ideas and provide the tools and flexibility for all employees to achieve success and excellence within their chosen occupations and aspirations.
We are committed to open dialogue, careful listening, becoming educated about the systems that hinder or prevent success, and taking action to ensure that all are equally acknowledged for their contributions and equally reap the benefits of being part of our community.
Our Vision is to use scientific discovery to ensure optimal health through individualized nutrition.
Everyone who works at the NRI supports this hopeful vision. Working at the NRI means doing good for the world. Join us!
The NRI and this position are in Kannapolis, NC, in the Charlotte region.
The UNC Nutrition Research Institute (NRI) is an internationally recognized center conducting innovative basic and translational science to establish how individual differences in nutrient requirements and responses to diet affect our nutritional needs. Our research contributes to the prevention and mitigation of chronic disease across the lifespan from periconception through aging.
Our Mission is to lead precision nutrition research through understanding how genetics and environment affect an individual’s requirements for and responses to nutrients.
NRI principal investigators hold faculty appointments in the departments of Nutrition and Psychology at UNC Chapel Hill. Their research interrogates nutrient roles in disease prevention, disease risk factors, and the impact of gene-environment and gene-nutrient interactions.
The NRI promotes excellence in nutrition knowledge, teaching, and research. We seek and encourage a diversity of experiences and ideas and provide the tools and flexibility for all employees to achieve success and excellence within their chosen occupations and aspirations.
We are committed to open dialogue, careful listening, becoming educated about the systems that hinder or prevent success, and taking action to ensure that all are equally acknowledged for their contributions and equally reap the benefits of being part of our community.
Our Vision is to use scientific discovery to ensure optimal health through individualized nutrition.
Everyone who works at the NRI supports this hopeful vision. Working at the NRI means doing good for the world. Join us!
The NRI and this position are in Kannapolis, NC, in the Charlotte region.
Position Summary
A temporary research technician position is available within the UNC Nutrition Research Institute as an integral part of the Living F.R.E.E. (Research Focused on Reducing Excessive Eating) Lab under the leadership of principal investigator, Rachel W. Goode, Ph.D., MPH, LCSW
The Living F.R.E.E (Research Focused on Reducing Excessive Eating) Lab is seeking a temporary research technician to support various research projects focused on developing and evaluating interventions to treat disordered eating behaviors and obesity in African Americans and marginalized communities. For this temporary position, we are looking for a research assistant to assist with all aspects of the research project, including but not limited to conducting qualitative interviews, assisting with community data collection and entry, data analysis, and dissemination of results through publications and presentations.
The Living F.R.E.E (Research Focused on Reducing Excessive Eating) Lab is seeking a temporary research technician to support various research projects focused on developing and evaluating interventions to treat disordered eating behaviors and obesity in African Americans and marginalized communities. For this temporary position, we are looking for a research assistant to assist with all aspects of the research project, including but not limited to conducting qualitative interviews, assisting with community data collection and entry, data analysis, and dissemination of results through publications and presentations.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Knowledge of conducting community-based research, public health intervention planning, implementation, and evaluation.
- Knowledge of social determinants of health, health disparities, disparities in clinical settings, and obesity and diabetes prevention.
- Research skills, including in the areas of developing qualitative research questions, conducting focus groups and in-depth interviews, and IRB applications.
- Ability to work with peers and supervisory staff in a professional manner and to interact effectively with a wide variety of people.
- Coursework in public health, nutrition, psychology, or related field (e.g., sociology)
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
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