Research Assistant
Full Time
North Carolina
$17 an hour
Posted Today
Job description
Posting Information
Department
Exercise and Sport Science - 318600
Career Area
Research Professionals
Posting Open Date
05/17/2023
Application Deadline
05/19/2023
Position Type
Temporary Staff (SHRA)
Position Title
Soc/Clin Research Assistant
Position Number
20055775
Vacancy ID
S021489
Full-time/Part-time
Part-Time Temporary
Hours per week
35
Work Schedule
Selected candidate must be willing to work a flexible schedule, which includes nights and weekends
Position Location
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
$17.00 per hour
Proposed Start Date
06/05/2023
Estimated Duration of Appointment
6 months not to exceed 11 months
Position Information
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is a major research university in the University of North Carolina System with student enrollment exceeding 29,000 students. The Department of Exercise and Sport Science (exss.unc.edu) supports an undergraduate program of over 1,400 undergraduate majors with three specialization areas (Exercise and Sport Science, Fitness Professional, Sport Administration); a Master of Arts graduate program enrolling ~60 students also with three specializations (Athletic Training, Exercise Physiology, Sport Administration); and a doctoral program in Human Movement Science in partnership with the UNC-CH School of Medicine (hmsc.unc.edu). The mission of the Department of Exercise and Sport Science (EXSS) is to discover, create and promote knowledge of human movement to improve the quality of life of individuals and society. The mission of EXSS is further enhanced through interdisciplinary cooperation and departmental faculty securing competitive extramural funding in the form of contracts and grants. These endeavors enable the department to advance knowledge and thus serve the state and nation.
The teaching, research, and service efforts of the EXSS Department are supported by an outstanding faculty and staff, which currently includes: 33 full-time faculty (plus 6 new hires starting July 1), 9 part-time (fixed term) faculty, 20 joint appointment / adjunct faculty, 8 emeritus faculty, 25 full-time EXSS staff members, and 16 full-time Campus Recreation staff members.
The teaching, research, and service efforts of the EXSS Department are supported by an outstanding faculty and staff, which currently includes: 33 full-time faculty (plus 6 new hires starting July 1), 9 part-time (fixed term) faculty, 20 joint appointment / adjunct faculty, 8 emeritus faculty, 25 full-time EXSS staff members, and 16 full-time Campus Recreation staff members.
Position Summary
This is a part-time research assistant position.
The job responsibilities include:
The job responsibilities include:
- Recruiting and coordinating
- Assist with all testing that may include: ultrasound measures of muscle size and quality, muscle strength and power testing, measures of physical activity and nutrition
- Data entry and analysis
- Troubleshoot any logistical or technical issues
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Master’s degree in Exercise and Sport Science (or related field) preferred.
NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification preferred
NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification preferred
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
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