Social/Clinical Research Assistant

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm.
Occasional evenings or weekends may be needed.

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.

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.

The Temporary Social/Clinical Research Assistant (RA) will provide focused support for community-based and digital recruitment, participant enrollment, and study procedures for the RESPOND Study. The RA will work closely with study coordinators and disease intervention specialists to carry out protocol-approved recruitment and research activities, including in-person outreach and social media-based recruitment strategies, while adhering to all IRB, confidentiality, and data security requirements. The RA will report to Study Coordinators in Charlotte and Chapel Hill, with PI oversight at UNC-Chapel Hill.

Primary Responsibilities

Community & Social Media Recruitment
* Lead and support recruitment activities through both in-person community outreach and approved social media platforms.
* Assist with development, scheduling, and posting of IRB-approved recruitment content on social media (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, community listservs, and partner platforms).
* Respond to inquiries generated through social media recruitment in a timely and professional manner, following approved scripts and workflows.
* Support recruitment efforts at community events and partner sites in collaboration with study staff.
* Distribute recruitment materials and clearly communicate study purpose, eligibility criteria, and participation requirements to community-based collaborators.
* Maintain recruitment logs and track outreach activities across in-person and digital channels.

Participant Screening, Enrollment & Study Procedures
* Conduct or support participant screening and scheduling in accordance with IRB-approved protocols.
* Assist with participant enrollment and informed consent processes, as trained and delegated by Study Coordinators or PI.
* Carry out study procedures (e.g., surveys, referrals, follow-up activities) as specified in study protocols.
* Provide participant reminders and follow-up communication to support retention.
* Ensure all participant interactions are respectful, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed.

Study Operations & Data Support
* Perform timely data entry and maintain accurate study records.
* Assist with tracking recruitment metrics, enrollment targets, and follow-up completion.
* Update shared study calendars, trackers, and documentation tools.
* Flag recruitment challenges or workflow issues to study coordinators promptly.

Collaboration, Compliance & Training
* Work under the direction of study coordinators and follow established workflows.
* Complete required trainings (e.g., CITI, HIPAA, study-specific procedures).
* Adhere strictly to IRB requirements, confidentiality standards, and data security policies.
* Participate in regular check-ins with coordinators to prioritize tasks and adjust recruitment strategies as needed.

A combination of community-based, office, and limited remote work. Primary work location is Charlotte, NC. The schedule may include occasional evenings or weekends to support community events or outreach, with advance notice and adjustments.

Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

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.

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.