What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Research Assistant position at University of North Carolina Wilmington?
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Please Note: This is a temporary position. The length of the assignment will be based on department need with the possibility of continuation.
Employees in temporary positions are not considered permanent state employees and do not earn leave.
Applications must be submitted through the online application system by the posting end date to be considered.
Employees in temporary positions are not considered permanent state employees and do not earn leave.
Applications must be submitted through the online application system by the posting end date to be considered.
Posting Details
University Information
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.
A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.
The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.
The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
Department
Accountancy - 31241
External Link to Posting
https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/39004
Vacancy Number
TSP5636PST
Working Title
Part-Time Research Assistant
Job Title
Research Analyst I
Temp Position Type
SHRA Temporary
Job Category
Unspecified
FLSA for Position
Nonexempt
Brief Summary of Work for this Position
The Department of Accountancy and Business Law (ABL) seeks to hire one part-time Research Assistant (Faculty) for June–July 2026.
This position will support faculty research and departmental initiatives. The Research Assistant will work closely with a faculty supervisor on research-related activities and other departmental tasks, as assigned.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with faculty research projects (e.g., data collection, literature reviews, data analysis, and manuscript preparation support)
- Support departmental initiatives and administrative tasks as assigned by the faculty supervisor
- Coordinate regularly with the faculty supervisor to ensure timely progress on assigned work
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
- Strong preference will be given to graduates of University of North Carolina Wilmington’s Master of Science in Accountancy (MSA) program
- Demonstrated interest or experience in academic research
- Strong analytical, organizational, and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Required Certifications or Licensure
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
College/School Information
Work Hours
8am-5pm
Work Days
Monday - Friday
Hours Per Week
20
Type of Position
Anticipated Hiring Range
$17.46 - $25.46
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please Note: This is a temporary position. The length of the assignment will be based on department need with the possibility of continuation.
Employees in temporary positions are not considered permanent state employees and do not earn leave.
Applications must be submitted through the online application system by the posting end date to be considered.
Employees in temporary positions are not considered permanent state employees and do not earn leave.
Applications must be submitted through the online application system by the posting end date to be considered.
Job Posting Date
04/09/2026
Job Closing Date
05/08/2026
EEO Statement
UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington 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.
Number of Openings
Single Incumbent
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Salary : $17 - $25