All applicants must apply through the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill portal. Full position description and link to apply here: UNC-Chapel Hill Employment Opportunities | Research Specialist Application closing date: 11/05/2025
The Research Specialist will administer NCIOM special projects and assist with task forces including, but not limited to, project planning, coordination, literature reviews, background research and analysis, and database development and management. The Research Specialist will manage communication with project participants and develop publications, reports and related products. The Research Specialist will work with multiple complex projects simultaneously.
For task force projects, the Research Specialist will work with task force members to develop consensus on specific recommendations and will assist in writing task force reports. The Research Specialist will conduct literature reviews specific to the task force to identify trends and issues related to the task force topic(s). Additionally, the Research Specialist will review the recommendations of previous NCOIM task forces and provide written updates that reflect the status of each recommendation and its implementation.
The position requires substantial capacity to independently manage and coordinate research activities in addition to excellent writing skills.
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.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Candidate must have project management experience with ability to meet deadlines and work on multiple projects simultaneously. Candidate must have ability to meet deadlines and to work independently and as part of a team. The successful candidate must be organized and detail-oriented.
For more information, and to apply, please visit: https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/308305