Research Specialist
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill · North Carolina, United States · Today
$25–$30/hrFull-time
Department: Peds-Endocrinology – Temporary, part-time (4.4 hours per week) hybrid role (1 day a week on-site) located in North Carolina, US.
About the Role
We are seeking a Research Specialist to support a qualitative research study examining parental health concerns related to early female puberty and its social and mental health impacts. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to research aimed at improving understanding of psychosocial outcomes and healthcare decision-making in early female puberty.
Responsibilities
- Participant recruitment and screening
- Coordinating focus groups
- Conducting virtual and in-person focus group interviews
- Administering study questionnaires through REDCap
- Maintaining study records
- Assisting with data management
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience
- All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with pediatric, adolescent, reproductive health, endocrinology, mental health, or family-centered research
- Experience with transcription review, qualitative coding, and thematic analysis
- Experience with REDCap, Dedoose, NVivo, or similar research and qualitative data analysis software
- Experience recruiting and engaging participants for clinical, community-based, or behavioral research studies
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish
Pay
$25.00 to $30.00 per hour
Schedule
- Part-time (4.4 hours per week)
- Hybrid (1 day a week on-site)
- Temporary appointment lasting 6 months or longer
- Proposed start date: August 31, 2026