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Department Carolina Population Center - 631100 Career Area Research Professionals Posting Open Date 03/04/2026 Application Deadline 03/09/2026 Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA) Position Title GFRP Research Assistant Position Number 20033615 Vacancy ID S026963 Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Temporary Hours per week 40 Work Schedule Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $30.00 per hour Proposed Start Date 07/06/2026 Estimated Duration of Appointment 3 months or less
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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
Since 1966, researchers at the Carolina Population Center have pioneered data collection and research techniques that move population science forward by emphasizing life course approaches, longitudinal surveys, the integration of biological measurement into social surveys, and attention to context and environment. We are also at the forefront of creating interdisciplinary training programs that integrate approaches from the social and biological sciences, building research capacity and training the next generation of scholars. Our faculty fellows address pressing research questions about population dynamics, fertility, health, mortality, migration, and the environment. Faculty come from multiple disciplines, benefitting from the cross-pollination of ideas. Our dedicated research and programming staff support fellows at every stage of project development, from conception through data collection or acquisition, analysis and dissemination, and project administration.
Position Summary
The Global Food Research Program is looking for an hourly temporary research assistant to support our work analyzing data on the food supply and household purchases. This role will involve reviewing existing literature, using GFRP data for analyses and working closely with other staff and trainees on the team and across campus. Strong oral and written communication skills, organizational skills, and the ability to work well with others is crucial.
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
- Experience in public health or food systems
- Demonstrated ability to code in Stata, R or ArcGIS to conduct data management and statistics analyses
- Demonstrated experience conducting nutrition and food policy related research in the US and other countries
- Demonstrated experience in engaging with food policy stakeholders or development of factsheets
- Demonstrated publication record
Responsibilities Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
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