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Department Health Policy and Management - 461001 Career Area Research Professionals Posting Open Date 07/07/2026 Application Deadline 07/13/2026 Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA) Position Title Research Technician Position Number 20077167 Vacancy ID S027779 Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Temporary Hours per week 40 Work Schedule Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $18.00 per hour Proposed Start Date Estimated Duration of Appointment 1 to 6 months
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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
Our top-ranked Department of Health Policy and Management trains the next generation of leaders in management, policy making and research to address the complex challenges of health care delivery and produce cutting-edge research. We prepare our students to improve population health both domestically and globally. We are committed to ensuring that all people - irrespective of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, geographic origin, religion or economic resources - have access to high-quality health care services.
Position Summary
This position will support systems mapping projects across a variety of initiatives. The research assistant will work closely with faculty investigators and community partners to help gather and synthesize information, contribute to systems mapping efforts, and help communicate findings to diverse audiences.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Management Preferences
Strong interest in systems thinking or systems mapping approaches.
Strong analytical or problem-solving skills.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with faculty and community partners.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
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