Deadline
Oct 19, 2026
Closing today
Location
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United States
Employment
Temporary
Full or part time
Reference
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Posted
Oct 14, 2026
Offered salary$35.00/hr
About the role
Health Research Coordinator
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Posting Information
Posting Information| Department | Social Medicine - 424901 |
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| Career Area | Research Professionals |
| Posting Open Date | 10/13/2026 |
| Application Deadline | 10/19/2026 |
| Position Type | Temporary Staff (SHRA) |
| Position Title | Health Research Coordinator |
| Position Number | 20006575 |
| Vacancy ID | S028142 |
| Full-time/Part-time | Full-Time Temporary |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Work Schedule | To be determined between selected candidate and supervisor |
| Position Location | North Carolina, US |
| Hiring Range | $35.00/hr. |
| Proposed Start Date | 11/01/2026 |
| Estimated Duration of Appointment | 6 months or less |
| 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 that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events. |
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| Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit | 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. |
| Position Summary | The Department of Social Medicine is seeking a motivated, organized, and community-focused Health Research Coordinator to support the implementation of multi-component Food Is Medicine research study as part of the Healthy Living Anson research initiative in Anson County, North Carolina. The coordinator will be instrumental in coordinating the delivery of the Med-South Lifestyle Program (MSLP), a healthy lifestyle intervention focused on improving diet, physical activity, and overall health. The Health Research Coordinator will supervise Community Health Workers (CHWs) and work closely as part of a research team to ensure that the MSLP is delivered consistently as designed and integrated with the other study components. The coordinator will be responsible for supervising and training the CHWs, coordinating and tracking the CHWs delivery of the program and adherence to study procedures, following the project manager’s direction to ensure that the MSLP is integrated seamlessly with the other components of study, and documenting and reporting outcomes. |
| Minimum Education and Experience Requirements | Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the field assigned and one year of related training or experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. |
| Management Preferences | • Strong organizational, time and project management skills. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to establish trusting relationships with diverse community members and staff. • Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a broader team. • Basic computer proficiency and ability to learn new software packages and databases. • Strong written skills and ability to document encounters and outcomes. • Strong attention to details and ability to understand and follow instructions. • Willingness to complete required trainings and adhere to policies and procedures. |
| Special Physical/Mental Requirements | |
| Campus Security Authority Responsibilities | Not Applicable. |
| Special Instructions | |
| Quick Link | https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/326830 |
| Temporary Employment Policies | Temporary Employment Policies |
| 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 [email protected] 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. |
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