What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Research Fellow position at North Carolina A&T State University?
Classification Information
Classification Type
Position Overview
Primary Purpose of Position
Research
Consortium Engagement
- Lead and contribute to high-impact research projects focused on health equity, health services utilization, policy evaluation, and population health.
- Apply advanced statistical, econometric, and/or machine learning methods to analyze complex health datasets (e.g., claims, EHR, hospital discharge, survey data).
- Prepare manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals and present findings at national conferences.
- Contribute to grant proposal development and support ongoing funded projects.
Consortium Engagement
- Collaborate with faculty and institutional partners across HBCUs to advance shared research and training goals.
- Participate in consortium meetings, working groups, and dissemination activities.
- Contribute to building sustainable research infrastructure and partnerships within the Consortium.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
The HBCU Health Equity Data Consortium is a multi-institutional collaborative aimed at advancing data-driven research, training, and workforce development to address health disparities. The Consortium brings together faculty, students, and community partners across historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) to strengthen data infrastructure, enhance research capacity, and improve health outcomes in underserved communities.
Minimum Requirements
Master of Public Health (MPH) or an equivalent master’s degree in Public Health, Health Services Research, Health Economics, Biostatistics, Data Science, or a closely related field (completed by start date).
- Strong quantitative skills, including experience with statistical modeling and/or data science methods.
- Proficiency in one or more advanced statistical software such as SAS, R, Stata, ArcGIS, or equivalent.
- Demonstrated experience working with health-related datasets.
- Evidence of scholarly productivity (e.g., publications, working papers, thesis, or dissertation research).
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
Doctoral degree (Ph.D., DrPH, ScD, or equivalent) in Public Health, Health Services Research, Health Economics, Biostatistics, Data Science, or a closely related field.
- Experience with causal inference, econometrics, or machine learning techniques.
- Research focus on health disparities, health equity, or underserved populations.
- Experience in teaching, training, or mentoring students.
- Familiarity with reproducible research workflows and version control (e.g., Git).
- Prior experience contributing to grant writing or funded research project
Required License or Certification
Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.
Position Information
Working Title
Temporary Research Fellow
Position Number
Recruitment Salary Range
Commensurate with education and experience; up to $63/hr
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Appointment Type
Temporary - Full-time
Tenure Track
No
FTE
40 hours/week, 12 months
If Time Limited, Appointment Length
Organizational Division
VC for Student Affairs Office
Organizational Location
VC for Student Affairs
Organizational Unit
VC for Student Affairs Office
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
EPA3115
Open Date
06/21/2026
Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled
07/06/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search
Date Position Available
7/1/2026
Special Instructions to Applicant
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.
N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
Quick Link
https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/40748