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Inside Higher Ed · 1 day ago

Research Specialist

Chapel Hill, NC

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$20/hr - $25/hr

Inside Higher Ed is a global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research, and public service. The Research Specialist will serve as the Study Coordinator for the UNC Department of Psychiatry’s ACCESS Mental Health programming, focusing on improving mental health literacy and access in a rural Black community in North Carolina.

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Responsibilities

Organize, clean, and manage study data

Conduct basic statistical and qualitative analyses and prepare summary reports

Prepare materials for manuscripts, presentations, and other scholarly outputs

Conduct literature reviews and synthesize findings

Draft sections of manuscripts and provide feedback on drafts

Support activities that build and maintain relationships with community stakeholders and research participants

Assist with outreach and communication efforts to foster trust and collaboration

Administer surveys and ensure accurate data collection

Draft communications for the team, community partners, and participants

Help schedule meetings, take meeting notes, and maintain project timelines

Assist with recruitment, marketing, and administrative support for ACCESS Mental Health programming

Qualification

Data analysisCommunity engagementScholarly writingQualitative analysisQuantitative analysisData managementOutreach skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsDetail-orientedTeam collaboration

Required

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

Ability to conduct basic qualitative and quantitative data analysis

Strong writing and communication skills, including experience with writing for scholarly products such as manuscripts

Ability to engage effectively with community stakeholders, research participants, and study team

Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks