Research Assistant - Goode Lab

Schedule to be determined by supervisor and selected candidate. Late afternoons, evenings, and weekends as needed.

The UNC Nutrition Research Institute (NRI) is a world-renowned center and a global leader in precision nutrition research. Our on-site facilities include multiple wet labs and clinical facilities as well as a vivarium and a metabolic chamber. Approximately two hours from UNC-Chapel Hill, the NRI is located on the beautiful North Carolina Research Campus (NCRC) in Kannapolis, NC, a mid-size city with a small-town feel. The institute is within walking distance of the city center which includes shops, restaurants, a minor-league ballpark, theater, and music hall of fame. We are also a short drive to Charlotte and Winston-Salem/Greensboro. The NRI offers programs that support a healthy work/life balance. We also offer professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development, and lifelong learning.

Learning how people can eat uniquely!

The UNC Nutrition Research Institute ( NRI) is an internationally recognized center conducting innovative basic and translational science to establish how individual differences in nutrient requirements and responses to diet affect our nutritional needs. Our research contributes to the prevention and mitigation of chronic disease across the lifespan from periconception through aging.

Our Mission is to lead precision nutrition research through understanding how genetics and environment affect an individual's requirements for and responses to nutrients.

NRI principal investigators hold faculty appointments in the departments of Nutrition and Psychology at UNC Chapel Hill. Their research interrogates nutrient roles in disease prevention, disease risk factors, and the impact of gene-environment and gene-nutrient interactions.

The NRI promotes excellence in nutrition knowledge, teaching, and research. We seek and encourage a diversity of experiences and ideas and provide the tools and flexibility for all employees to achieve success and excellence within their chosen occupations and aspirations.

We are committed to open dialogue, careful listening, becoming educated about the systems that hinder or prevent success, and taking action to ensure that all are equally acknowledged for their contributions and equally reap the benefits of being part of our community.

Our Vision is to use scientific discovery to ensure optimal health through individualized nutrition.

Everyone who works at the NRI supports this hopeful vision. Working at the NRI means doing good for the world. Join us!

The NRI and this position are in Kannapolis, NC, in the Charlotte region.

NOTE: This position is located in Kannapolis, NC, appx. 2 hours from UNC's main campus.

A temporary research assistant position is available within the UNC Nutrition Research Institute as an integral part of the Living F.R.E.E. (Research Focused on Reducing Excessive Eating) Lab under the leadership of principal investigator, Rachel W. Goode, Ph.D., MPH, LCSW

The LIVING F.R.E.E. Research Lab is located at the Nutrition Research Institute ( NRI) on the North Carolina Research Campus in Kannapolis, NC. We are seeking a temporary Research Assistant to support all research efforts within the lab. The Research Assistant will assist with research activities, including but not limited to, submissions to the Institutional Review Board ( IRB), standard operating procedures, in-person and remote data collection, responsive website site creation, and working with staff to lead and conduct qualitative interviews, assist with community data collection and entry, data analysis, and dissemination of results through publications and presentations.

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.

-Previous research experience in one or more of the following areas: Health Psychology, Nutrition, Behavior Change, Health Promotion, Public Health, Social Work, Health Disparities, Obesity, Nutrition, Physical Activity, Qualitative research, Quantitative analysis, and/or Implementation Science.
-Previous experience with clinical research.
-Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
-Demonstrated excellent communication skills.
-Demonstrated organizational skills and self-direction.
-Demonstrated ability to build a strong rapport with others and establish a positive presence with research participants.
-Demonstrated ability to learn quickly on the job.
-Willingness to attend training as required.
-Willingness to work late afternoons, evenings, and some weekends as needed.
-Reliable transportation to off-site community engagements

Prior experience in public health, nutrition, psychology, or related field (e.g., sociology)

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.

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.