What are the responsibilities and job description for the Soc/Clin Research Assistant position at University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill?
Posting Information
Posting Information
| Department | ASOD Pediatric Dentistry-435100 |
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| Career Area | Research Professionals |
| Is this an internal only recruitment? | No |
| Posting Open Date | 04/06/2026 |
| Application Deadline | 04/20/2026 |
| Position Type | Permanent Staff (SHRA) |
| Position Title | Soc/Clin Research Assistant - Journey |
| Salary Grade Equivalent | NC09 / GN08 |
| Working Title | Soc/Clin Research Assistant |
| Position Number | 20064636 |
| Vacancy ID | P020932 |
| Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited | Full-Time Time-Limited |
| If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment | Three Years |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Work Schedule | Monday-Friday; 9am-5pm (some travel around the state of NC is expected for the purposes of participant recruitment and the conduct of study activities) |
| Work Location | Chapel Hill, NC |
| Position Location | North Carolina, US |
| Hiring Range | $45,394 - $58,000 |
| Pay Band Information | To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet. |
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. |
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| Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit | The UNC Adams School of Dentistry Division of Pediatric and Public Health provides oral health care for individuals from infancy through adolescence, and promotes the prevention of oral disease. The Pediatric Dentistry discipline is committed to the treatment of children, adolescents and special needs patients while balancing teaching, scholarship, patient care, research and professional service activities. |
| Position Summary | The overall goal of this 7-year UG3/UH3 collaborative project is to develop an interventional training for oral healthcare professionals based on behavioral skills determined to positively impact adult-child interactions in pediatric dental care. The goal of this line of research is to measure the mechanisms involved in the effectiveness of this training on dental provider utilization of these skills, and how skill utilization affects satisfaction, adherence, and behaviors of very young children (under the age of 6) and their parents/caregivers. This project will align community- and university-based dental providers (dentists, hygienists, assistants) with a research team to develop and test the effects of a training workshop on outcomes related to provider implementation (acceptability, understanding, feasibility, system climate, and system support), training (provider knowledge, fidelity, skill use, acceptability, satisfaction), and caregiver-child experiences within a dental appointment (child cooperation, distress, and pain, as well as family acceptability and satisfaction). With an innovative training based on a well-established behavior management program for preschoolers, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), this project will help determine if oral health care providers' responsivity to children's developmental needs can be changed and effectively impact the experience of dental care in very young children. The Research Coordinator will be based at the UNC-Chapel Hill Adams School of Dentistry and will work under the supervision of Dr. Divaris to carry out the proposed research activities. S/he will devote 3.6 calendar months in Year 2 (2023-24, i.e., June, July, August), 12.0 calendar months in Years 3-6 (2024-28), and 7.2 calendar months in Year 7 (2028-29). The research coordinator will work directly with Dr. Divaris to carry out all planned research program activities at the UNC site. These duties include:
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| 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 working in a dental office setting, conduct of oral health-related research, management of research projects, delivery of educational interventions/seminar presentations, and data entry/quality control procedures are preferred. Spanish fluency is desirable. |
| Required Licenses/Certifications | |
| Special Physical/Mental Requirements | |
| Campus Security Authority Responsibilities | Not Applicable. |
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| Quick Link | https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/315617 |
Contact Information
| Office of Human Resources Contact Information | If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status. |
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| Equal Opportunity Employer Statement | The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. |
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
Salary : $45,394 - $58,000