SSB Research Assistant

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department Carolina Population Center - 631100

Career Area Research Professionals

Posting Open Date 07/30/2026

Final date to receive applications 08/03/2026

Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA)

Position Title SSB Research Assistant

Position Number

Vacancy  S027893

Full-time/Part-time Part-Time Temporary

Hours per week 10

Work Schedule

Position Location North Carolina, US

Hiring Range $30.00 per hour

Proposed Start Date 08/10/2026

Estimated Duration of Appointment 6 months or longer

Position Information

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Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit

Since 1966, researchers at the Carolina Population Center have pioneered data collection and research techniques that move population science forward by emphasizing life course approaches, longitudinal surveys, the integration of biological measurement into social surveys, and attention to context and environment. We are also at the forefront of creating interdisciplinary training programs that integrate approaches from the social and biological sciences, building research capacity and training the next generation of scholars.

Our faculty fellows address pressing research questions about population dynamics, fertility, health, mortality, migration, and the environment. Faculty come from multiple disciplines, benefit ting from the cross-pollination of ideas. Our dedicated research and programming staff support fellows at every stage of project development, from conception through data collection or acquisition, analysis and dissemination, and project administration. https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Position Summary

We are seeking a part-time temporary research assistant to join Dr. Marissa Hall’s Policy Insights Lab (). The position will support an NIH
-funded research study testing the effects of warnings on sugar-sweetened beverage purchases in a randomized clinical trial. The SSB Research Assistant will contribute to participant data collection at the UNC Mini Mart, a unique convenience store laboratory used to study consumer behavior and policy impacts in a controlled setting located in Chapel Hill, NC. The position is expected to last 12 months.

Some evening and weekend hours may be required.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

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

Management Preferences

• Excellent verbal, written, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills
• Comfortable working in teams or independently
• Exceptional attention to detail with ability to multi-task
• Proficient using computer software programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point
• Experience in public health research

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Some evening and weekend hours may be required.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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.