What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Abstractor position at Inside Higher Ed?
Department
Med-Infectious Diseases - 411460
Career Area
Research Professionals
Posting Open Date
11/21/2025
Application Deadline
12/04/2025
Position Type
Temporary Staff (SHRA)
Position Title
Data Abstractor
Position Number
20073825
Vacancy ID
S026432
Full-time/Part-time
Part-Time Temporary
Hours Per Week
12
Work Schedule
HYBRID – 12 hours per week
Position Location:
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
$23.00 per hour
Estimated Duration Of Appointment
6 months not to exceed 11 months
Be a Tar Heel!:
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.
Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research.
Patient care: We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We prepare tomorrow`s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.
Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.
Position Summary
The Data Abstractor’s primary function will be data abstraction, transferring data from EPIC electronic medical records and research databases to CAREWare, an electronic record used to monitor and improve HIV care and reporting, and using Microsoft Excel for data collection and tracking. Data abstraction will be primarily performed for UNC and affiliated clinic sites; however, abstractions may be performed for affiliated clinic sites in Greensboro and Chapel Hill. Data abstractor will audit others to identify and correct any entry or analysis errors. They will systematically clean data in databases which includes identifying the issue, chart review via EPIC, updating CAREWare, and interdisciplinary communication and collaboration to ensure that data is accurate. Other duties will include building reports in the CAREWare database for required output, representing data in graphic form, participating in clinical quality improvement initiatives. Reviewing and validating data associated with invoices will be expected. Work and productivity will be monitored through a monthly tracking sheet and communicating with the team about the status of work on a weekly basis. The position requires proficiency and efficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. The position will work closely with the Ryan White data manager and data team to meet grant objectives and deadlines.
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
This position will be hybrid and the person in this position may be required to attend on-site meetings, research team meetings and other local meetings in Greensboro and Chapel Hill as needed or directed by supervisors. The position requires confidentiality training, current Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Humans Subjects Protection (HSP) training as well as other specific trainings which will be provided by the research team. Position requires a high attention to detail, strong organizational skills with expected fast paced work, and routine communication with data manager and data team.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience
Preference will be given to individuals with knowledge of data management, analysis, general medical terminology, and prior experience in the field of HIV.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Med-Infectious Diseases - 411460
Career Area
Research Professionals
Posting Open Date
11/21/2025
Application Deadline
12/04/2025
Position Type
Temporary Staff (SHRA)
Position Title
Data Abstractor
Position Number
20073825
Vacancy ID
S026432
Full-time/Part-time
Part-Time Temporary
Hours Per Week
12
Work Schedule
HYBRID – 12 hours per week
Position Location:
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
$23.00 per hour
Estimated Duration Of Appointment
6 months not to exceed 11 months
Be a Tar Heel!:
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.
Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research.
Patient care: We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We prepare tomorrow`s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.
Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.
Position Summary
The Data Abstractor’s primary function will be data abstraction, transferring data from EPIC electronic medical records and research databases to CAREWare, an electronic record used to monitor and improve HIV care and reporting, and using Microsoft Excel for data collection and tracking. Data abstraction will be primarily performed for UNC and affiliated clinic sites; however, abstractions may be performed for affiliated clinic sites in Greensboro and Chapel Hill. Data abstractor will audit others to identify and correct any entry or analysis errors. They will systematically clean data in databases which includes identifying the issue, chart review via EPIC, updating CAREWare, and interdisciplinary communication and collaboration to ensure that data is accurate. Other duties will include building reports in the CAREWare database for required output, representing data in graphic form, participating in clinical quality improvement initiatives. Reviewing and validating data associated with invoices will be expected. Work and productivity will be monitored through a monthly tracking sheet and communicating with the team about the status of work on a weekly basis. The position requires proficiency and efficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. The position will work closely with the Ryan White data manager and data team to meet grant objectives and deadlines.
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
This position will be hybrid and the person in this position may be required to attend on-site meetings, research team meetings and other local meetings in Greensboro and Chapel Hill as needed or directed by supervisors. The position requires confidentiality training, current Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Humans Subjects Protection (HSP) training as well as other specific trainings which will be provided by the research team. Position requires a high attention to detail, strong organizational skills with expected fast paced work, and routine communication with data manager and data team.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience
Preference will be given to individuals with knowledge of data management, analysis, general medical terminology, and prior experience in the field of HIV.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
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