Soc/Clin Research Assistant

Mon-Fri, 8am - 5pm, weekends and evenings occasionally.

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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 for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing 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. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation's leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
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 will 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 will prepare tomorrow's health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.

This position will serve as an Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator within the Psychiatry department and the Child and Adolescent Anxiety and Mood Disorders Program ( CHAAMP: https://www.med.unc.edu/psych/research/foundation-of-hope/chaamp/). The ACRC will primarily contribute to the Social Motivation Study ( SMS). The Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator assists with the execution of study protocols, including screening and recruiting study participants, conducting study visits, and collecting, entering, and reviewing study data.

The Social Motivation Study ( SMS) is a NIMH funded R01 investigating links between early childhood adversity exposure, social motivation, pubertal development, and preteen risk for self-injurious thoughts and behaviors. This is a longitudinal study that will enroll 200 preteen girls between ages 8-11 and follow them prospectively for 1-year. Participants will complete ecological momentary assessment ( EMA) surveys, clinical interviews and questionnaires, a behavioral task assessing social motivation, and repeated saliva sampling to track pubertal hormone changes. Additionally, a sub-project will include a functional neuroimaging scan for a subset of girls. The successful candidates will contribute primarily to SMS but may also contribute to other mental health studies elsewhere in CHAAMP.

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

Strong written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to work and communicate with diverse populations effectively and professionally. Ability to work independently as well as function as part of a team. Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.

Must have a valid NC driver's license and have access to a vehicle to conduct data collection activities. Travel expenses will be reimbursed based on the state's standard mileage reimbursement rate. Must also have the ability to occasionally work early evening hours and occasionally up to 4 weekend days per month to facilitate data collection with children and families.

Knowledge of psychology, social work, public health, biology, neuroscience, or a related field.

Not Applicable.

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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, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.