Description
Posting InformationPosting Information
Department SOP-DPOP-452300
Career Area Research Professionals
Posting Open Date 10/03/2024
Application Deadline 10/17/2024
Open Until Filled No
Position Type Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title Research Associate - Dr. Carpenter's lab
Appointment Type EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number 20067458
Vacancy ID NF0008553
Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Permanent
FTE 1
Hours per week 40
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range Dependent on experience and qualification.
Proposed Start Date 11/11/2024
Position Information
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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit The UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy (www.pharmacy.unc.edu) is one of six health science schools (Pharmacy, Nursing, Dentistry, Social Work, Public Health, Medicine) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and is one of the oldest health science academic programs at Chapel Hill. The School teaches approximately 600 PharmD students and 145 graduate students. The School has built a reputation for its continued pursuit of excellence, rigorous education and training programs, cutting-edge multidisciplinary research, progressive pharmacy practices, efficient business operations, and its outstanding faculty, staff, and students. The School was named the number one School of Pharmacy in the U.S. by the U.S. News and World Report. The School has experienced unprecedented growth and success and continues to strategically position itself for sustained impact, as articulated in the School's Strategic Plan (https://pharmacy.unc.edu/about/oe/strategic-plan/).Our Vision is to be the global leader in pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences. Our Mission is to prepare leaders and innovators to solve the world's most pressing health care challenges. We are Advancing Medicine for Life through innovation and collaboration in pharmacy practice, education, research, and public service.
Position Summary This is an At-Will position and we currently have funding for one year. This position is located within the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy. The Research Associate will support Dr. Delesha Carpenter in the Division of Pharmaceutical Outcomes and Policy. This position will primarily involve collecting and analyzing qualitative interview data. Interviews will be conducted with pharmacists and methadone prescribers. The research associate will be responsible for submitting and maintaining IRB and regulatory submissions as needed; analyzing qualitative data using MAXQDA, and writing manuscripts and conference abstracts related to the project. The research associate will also assist with analyzing data from interviews conducted with other important stakeholders on the project. The individual will participate in advisory board meetings and regular study team meetings.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity, will accept a relevant Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution. May require terminal degree and licensure.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience Master's in public health with previous experience conducting interviews and analyzing qualitative data. Individuals with a Bachelor's and significant prior experience collecting and analyzing qualitative data will also be considered.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience Preference will be given to candidates with:
- prior work in the substance use disorder (SUD) space
- previous experience with IRB submissions
- excellent written communication skills
Special Physical/Mental Requirements N/A
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities Not Applicable.
Special Instructions N/A
Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/289217
Posting Contact Information
Department Contact Name and Title Alekya Padmanabhuni, HR Business Partner
Department Contact Telephone or Email alekya@email.unc.edu
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 employment@unc.edu
Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
