Soc/Clin Research Assistant

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Please note that the position has been approved for a range of 25 to 40 hours her week.

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.

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The Department of Environment of Environmental Sciences and Engineering ( ESE) focuses on the interface between people and the environment with interdisciplinary programs in air quality, atmospheric processes, human exposure and health effects, and sustainable water resources, drawn from faculty expertise in the physical and life sciences engineering and policy. The Department of Environmental Sciences and Engineering ( ESE) is an academic and research department located in the Gillings School of Global Public Health and has 24 faculty, 29 joint and adjunct faculty, 14 administrative staff members, and 7 research staff members. It has about 120 graduate students. The mission of the Gillings School of Global Public Health is to improve public health, promote individual well-being, and eliminate health disparities across North Carolina and around the world.

This is a Social/Clinical Research Assistant position to support funded work in the Water Institute, Department of Environmental Sciences and Engineering. The work will include coordinating a community of practice ( COP) (e.g., selecting speakers, developing content, setting up Zoom meetings, communications, and supporting the COP in facilitating meetings). Additional desk-based research tasks (e.g., qualitative research, literature review) will be conducted per project needs.

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

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

-Exposure to course work in public health, engineering, or public policy
-Previous work experience in WASH, WASH in healthcare facilities, research, and project management preferred.
-Master's Degree in public health, engineering, or public policy is preferred. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Please note that the position has been approved for a range of 25 to 40 hours her week.

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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.