UNC-ARC Career Coach
Listed on 2026-09-24
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Education / Teaching
Posting Information
Department: VC for Res - 620100
Career Area:
Research Professionals
Posting Open Date: 09/21/2026
Final date to receive applications: 09/24/2026
Position Type:
Temporary Staff (SHRA)
Position Title:
UNC-ARC Career Coach
Position Number:
Vacancy : S028088
Full-time/Part-time:
Part-Time Temporary
Hours per week: 30
Position Location:
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range: $50.00 per hour
Proposed
Start Date:
09/28/2026
Estimated Duration of Appointment: 6 months or longer
Position InformationBe 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 that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.
Primary Purpose Of Organizational UnitThe Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA), established in October 2001, is housed in the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research (OVCR). The mission of the OPA is to enhance, support, and promote postdoctoral training at the University and to prepare postdoctoral scholars for successful careers. OPA serves postdoctoral scholars in all disciplines, schools, and colleges at the University. This Office has pan-University scope in terms of its services and programs.
As part of a continuing commitment to building a culturally diverse intellectual community and advancing scholars from underrepresented groups in higher education, OPA manages the Carolina Postdoctoral Program for Faculty Diversity for the University, with the primary purpose of developing scholars from underrepresented groups for possible tenure track appointments at Carolina and other research universities.
Position SummaryThe UNC Advancing Research Careers (UNC-ARC) Training Hub seeks a Career Coach to provide individualized and cohort-based career development support to biomedical doctoral students and postdoctoral scholars from North Carolina Central University (NCCU) and North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (NC A&T). This position aligns with UNC-ARC’s mission to equip senior doctoral trainees and early postdoctoral scholars with the competencies, mentorship, and professional networks needed to successfully transition into and thrive in biomedical careers.
Using a strengths-based, reflective, and scholar-centered coaching approach, the Career Coach will help participants clarify career goals, identify transferable skills, develop professional confidence, navigate career transitions, and prepare for successful entry into academic, industry, government, nonprofit, and other biomedical workforce pathways.
Primary Responsibilities Individual Career Coaching- Provide one‑on‑one coaching sessions to doctoral students and postdoctoral scholars participating in UNC - ARC cohorts.
- Assist scholars in identifying strengths, values, interests, and transferable skills.
- Support development and implementation of Individual Development Plans (IDPs).
- Help participants establish career goals and actionable career advancement plans.
- Guide scholars through thinking about career decision‑making and professional transitions.
- Assist scholars…
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