Research Lab Coordinator

Department

School of Education - 340100

Research Professionals

12/19/2025

12/23/2025

Temporary Staff (SHRA)

Research Lab Coordinator

S026599

Full-Time Temporary

40

North Carolina, US

$22.50 per hour

01/15/2026

6 months not to exceed 11 months

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 Education is an academic unit reporting to the Provost. The School is a major center of research, teaching, and public service within the State of North Carolina, the nation, and the world. The School offers a full range of undergraduate and graduate programs. The mission of the School of Education is to conduct research, and generate basic and applied knowledge about human development, educational technology and entrepreneurship, teaching and learning, school counseling, school psychology, administration, as well as educational policy and leadership;

prepare leaders in the profession of education by conducting outstanding research, teaching, and service; and assist in the development of strong and effective public schools in North Carolina. In order to fulfill its mission, the School is organized into three academic divisions: (1) Culture, Curriculum, & Teacher Education (CCATE), (2) Learning, Development & Psychological Sciences (LDPS), and (3) Educational Policy, Organization, & Leadership (EPOL).

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a research lab coordinator for Dorothy Espelage’s Violence Prevention lab in the School of Education. This research lab coordinator will work closely with Espelage to manage school-based research projects and co-supervise undergraduate research assistants. This position requires an understanding of implementation of social-emotional learning programs in K-12 settings, development of online professional development for K-12 educators, knowledge of social science and research methods, knowledge of meta-analytic approaches, and knowledge of SPSS statistical software and APA manuscript formatting.

Candidates must be organized, accurate, and efficient in processing, and recording data for multiple projects. Tasks may include cleaning and processing surveys and screening articles for literature review projects.

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

• Knowledge of SPSS statistical software and APA manuscript formatting
• The ability to solve unexpected problems and work effectively with a team is required.

• Experience of scientific writing and publications is preferred.

Not Applicable.