Temporary Research Specialist

Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM

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.

The Cecil G. Sheps Center for Health Services Research seeks to improve the health of individuals, families, and populations by understanding the problems, issues, and alternatives in the design and delivery of health care services. This is accomplished through an interdisciplinary program of research, consultation, technical assistance, and training that focuses on timely and policy-relevant questions concerning the accessibility, adequacy, organization, cost, and effectiveness of health care services, and the dissemination of this information to policymakers and the general public.

The Research Associate (RA) will conduct applied research under the direction of a Sheps Center principal investigator (PI). The RA will work on research projects funded by the Federal Office of Rural Health Policy. The primary responsibility will be providing analysis and writing briefs related to rural hospital and health center financial indicators and community characteristics. Secondary responsibilities include research responsibilities that will support PIs in the NC Rural Health Research Program.

Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to the field assigned and one year of related training or experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

* Course work from a school of public health (Health Policy Management).
* Analytical experience
* Programming experience
* Experience working with large health care data sets (Medicare cost report data, CMS Provider of Services, FEMA and other Index data).
* Must have experience working with rural health research and policy

Experience writing findings briefs and manuscripts for the Federal Office of Rural Health Policy

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

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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.