GFRP Research Assistant

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Since 1966, researchers at the Carolina Population Center have pioneered data collection and research techniques that move population science forward by emphasizing life course approaches, longitudinal surveys, the integration of biological measurement into social surveys, and attention to context and environment. We are also at the forefront of creating interdisciplinary training programs that integrate approaches from the social and biological sciences, building research capacity and training the next generation of scholars. Our faculty fellows address pressing research questions about population dynamics, fertility, health, mortality, migration, and the environment. Faculty come from multiple disciplines, benefitting from the cross-pollination of ideas. Our dedicated research and programming staff support fellows at every stage of project development, from conception through data collection or acquisition, analysis and dissemination, and project administration. https://www.cpc.unc.edu/about/

The GFRP Research Assistant will support a variety of ongoing research projects that focus on improving dietary quality and promoting diets that are healthy and sustainable. The GFRP Research Assistant will be responsible for conducting literature reviews, assisting with academic writing and preparation of manuscripts for publication, supporting grant submissions, and various other tasks as needed. Additional responsibilities may include preparing study materials including recruitment materials; programming surveys; assisting with development of codebooks and protocols; preparing IRB submissions; assisting with data cleaning, analysis, and/or visualization; developing meeting agendas and note taking during meetings; drafting presentations, pre-registrations, and analytic plans; and/or graphic design.

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

o Experience in nutrition, health behavior, exercise physiology, public health, social work, or related field
o Experience working on a research project
o Experience with manuscript preparation
o Experience supporting grant submissions
o Strong writing skills

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