Research Assistant

Exact schedule will be determined at the time of hire

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 that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

The School of Government works to improve the lives of North Carolinians by engaging in practical scholarship that helps public officials and citizens understand and improve state and local government. The School offers up to 200 courses, webinars, and conferences for more than 12,000 public officials each year. Faculty members annually publish approximately 50 books, reports, articles, bulletins, and other instances of print and online content related to state and local government. The School is also home to a nationally ranked graduate program in public administration.

The Research Assistant will assist Professors Kimalee Dickerson and Carl Stenberg with a qualitative research project examining the experiences of local government employees in North Carolina. Duties and responsibilities for the position include conducting a literature review, analyzing previously collected interview data, and assisting with writing reports/articles about the research project

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

Ability to observe, collect, and record a variety of data/information, within well-defined research parameters.
Ability to documents data/information collected.
Basic knowledge of the research principles and methods of data entry, collection, and analysis to complete defined assignments.
Basic knowledge of statistics and information technology to collect and report data/information related to the area of research.
Ability to use established data/information systems, functions, and/or procedures to collect and store data/information.
Ability to review data and information for completeness and accuracy within well-defined research parameters.
Ability to communicate and explain established protocols and status of research during data/information collection and processing.
Ability to present compiled data/information in established formats.

Course work in Public Administration

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