Research Assistant

Monday – Friday. Ability to work onsite at The LAUNCH and remotely in conjunction with Dr. Lauren Jarvis.

Department: History - 315900

Career Area : Research Professionals

Posting Open Date: 06/13/2025

Final date to receive applications: 06/16/2025

Position Type: Temporary Staff (SHRA)

Position Title : Research Assistant

Position Number:

Vacancy : S025546

Full-time/Part-time: Part-Time Temporary

Hours per week: 10

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday. Ability to work onsite at The LAUNCH and remotely in conjunction with Dr. Lauren Jarvis.

Position Location: North Carolina, US

Hiring Range: $25.00 per hour

Proposed Start Date: 06/18/2025

Estimated Duration of Appointment: 6 months not to exceed 11 months

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. Chapel Hill offers diverse social, cultural, recreation, and professional opportunities.

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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit: The History department promotes the study, research, and teaching of history from antiquity to the modern day.

Position Summary: The LAUNCH (The Lab at UNC History), an initiative within the Department of History at UNC Chapel Hill, promotes digital tools for historical teaching, research, and storytelling. We support the Department’s commitment to cutting-edge research and creative teaching through educational programs and community initiatives. This position will work with Dr. Lauren Jarvis in these efforts.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience: Demonstrated accounting and budgeting skills, strong problem-solving, confidentiality, and organizational skills. Expertise in Microsoft Excel, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task, prioritize deadlines, and manage both short-term and long-term projects.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience: Experience with People Soft or other ERP systems in higher education, knowledge of UNC finance and accounting procedures, including Connect Carolina, Info Porte, and Ramses. Experience with grant budgets, trust funds, and financial transactions such as vouchers and journals.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities: Not Applicable.