Research Technician - Journey

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department Globl Hlth and Infect Disease-427801

Career Area Research Professionals

Is this an internal only recruitment? No

Posting Open Date 10/02/2026

Final date to receive applications 10/08/2026

Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA)

Position Title Research Technician - Journey

Salary Grade Equivalent MH06 / GN06

Working Title Research Technician

Position Number

Vacancy P021430

Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week 40

Work Schedule Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Work Location CHAPEL HILL, NC

Position Location North Carolina, US

Hiring Range $42,971 - $58,000

Pay Band Information To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet .

Notice to Applicants This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship.

Position Summary Information

Be a Tar Heel! 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 for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC
-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research.

Patient care:
We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.

Education:

We prepare tomorrow’s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.

Research:
We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.

Position Summary The UNC HIV Cure Center and the Department of Biochemistry & Biophysics in the School of Medicine at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invite applications for a Research Technician, Advanced. The UNC HIV Cure Center is dedicated to the discovery, development, and implementation of innovative therapeutic strategies aimed at achieving durable, treatment-free remission of HIV infection.

Supported through University and federal funding, as well as a public-private partnership, the Center blends academic and industry approaches to drive translational research and address one of the most challenging global health issues.

This role is a highly motivated, experienced, and…