What are the responsibilities and job description for the University Program Associate position at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill?
Posting Information
Department
Chemistry-318300
Career Area
Administrative/Clerical Support
Is this an internal only recruitment?
No
Posting Open Date
03/19/2026
Application Deadline
03/30/2026
Position Type
Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title
University Program Associate - Advanced
Salary Grade Equivalent
NC10 / GN09
Working Title
University Program Associate
Position Number
00034255
Vacancy ID
P020881
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited
Full-Time Permanent
If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment
1-year time-limited position, renewable for up to 3 years before it could become permanent.
Hours per week
40
Work Schedule
9am-5pm
Work Location
CHAPEL HILL, NC
Position Location
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
$45,000 - $57,000
Pay Band Information
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Position Summary Information
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 for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events.
UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Chemistry Department is one of the largest and most complex departments in the College of Arts and Sciences. There are 50 faculty members, 44 SHRA and 37 EHRA staff positions, 260 graduate students, 37 postdoctoral research associates, 700 undergraduate majors, and an annual total of approximately 10,000 registrations by all students in classroom and laboratory courses. The Department is housed in five buildings with over 580,000 sq. feet of space. The faculty participate in teaching assignments which involve an average of 200 students per faculty member per semester. The majority of faculty are research active and supervise graduate students working on their Masters or Ph.D. degrees, undergraduate students carrying out independent research and honors programs, research technicians and postdoctoral research associates. Primarily the research is funded by federal and private agencies such as NSF, NIH, Army, Navy, DOE, PRF and involves expenditures of more than nineteen million dollars annually. A total of over thirty-two million dollars from all sources is expended annually in the Department.
Position Summary
The primary purpose of the UNC SERC and CHASE University Program Associate will be to support the Directors (including Deputy and Managing Directors) of the UNC SERC, Sustainable Energy Research Consortium, (https://serc.web.unc.edu) and the DOE Basic Energy Sciences Hub the Center for Hybrid Approaches in Solar Energy (CHASE) to Liquid Fuels (www.chaseliquidfuels.org) in the Chemistry Department at UNC Chapel Hill with a variety of business activities involved with a major research Center. The role will report directly to the SERC Director, and will work closely with the CHASE Directorate and the SERC Program Manager.
The role involves high levels of independence, autonomy, decision making, and encompasses a large breadth of tasks and administrative support to large-scale collaborative research organizations. Managing internal and external communication, ensuring smooth operations, event planning, database maintenance, and providing support for pre- and post-award project reporting. Additionally, this role includes calendar management, meeting organization, and facilitating efficient committee functions.
The role involves high levels of independence, autonomy, decision making, and encompasses a large breadth of tasks and administrative support to large-scale collaborative research organizations. Managing internal and external communication, ensuring smooth operations, event planning, database maintenance, and providing support for pre- and post-award project reporting. Additionally, this role includes calendar management, meeting organization, and facilitating efficient committee functions.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Management Preferences
- Experience in a high-paced professional office setting is preferred.
- Prior experience in event management and working at a university or a public agency is preferred.
- Experience working within a STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) environment is preferred.
- Experience working with multidisciplinary teams is also preferred.
Required Licenses/Certifications
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Position/Schedule Requirements
Salary : $45,000 - $57,000