Research Scientist
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Job Info

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Department:

FPG Child Development Inst-631200

Career Area :

Research Professionals

Posting Open Date:

11/15/2024

Application Deadline:

11/28/2024

Open Until Filled:

No

Position Type:

Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Working Title:

Research Scientist

Appointment Type:

EHRA Non-Faculty

Position Number:

20068088

Vacancy ID:

NF0008668

Full Time/Part Time:

Full-Time Permanent

FTE:

1

Hours per week:

40

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range:

Dependent upon qualifications

Proposed Start Date:

01/13/2025

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:

The UNC Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute (FPG) is one of the nation's oldest and largest multidisciplinary centers devoted to the study of children and their families. As one of the nation's leading child development research centers, we generate scientific evidence, inform policies, and support practices to promote positive developmental and educational outcomes for children of all backgrounds and abilities from infancy to adolescence.

FPG has a particular focus on the study of vulnerable populations and those who have special needs. In addition, FPG is committed to creating a place where everyone is welcome, supported, and has the resources they need to grow and thrive regardless of identity, origin, or difference in circumstances as well as engaging in work that addresses critical issues related to educational inequality and barriers to inclusion that impact children's wellbeing.

Approximately 280 researchers, implementation and technical assistance specialists, staff, and students work on more than 75 projects related to developmental disabilities; physical, social, and emotional health; early care and education; early intervention and special education, prevention science, and more to address important issues facing all children and families. Our work spans across disciplines from education and psychology to social work and public health.

We collaborate with researchers across campus and throughout the nation. At FPG, transdisciplinary collaboration is a way to leverage collective expertise for comprehensive and relevant research and outreach, and is embodied in our motto: Advancing knowledge to transform children's lives.

Position Summary:

The Research Scientist will assist and lead the PARTnER lab ( Partnerships for Autism Research, Training, and Engagement with Racially Diverse Communities), serves as a project leader on multiple funded research project(s) at the Frank Porter Graham (FPG) Child Development Institute or other collaborative research at UNC-Chapel Hill focused on pediatric populations with autism and related developmental disabilities from historically marginalized or under-served communities. The Research Scientist conducts research in autism and related developmental disabilities, provides leadership on the project(s), supervises graduate and doctoral students or staff working on funded projects, helps to secure external funding through grants and contracts, and oversees university and funder regulatory and compliance funding requirements.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity, will accept a relevant Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution. May require terminal degree and licensure.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

* Clinical and research experience related to children with developmental disabilities and their families, socio-economic disadvantaged or culturally diverse communities, school readiness, quality of care or education policy.
* Demonstrated experience in written communication, public speaking and presentation, knowledge of research, qualitative and quantitative evaluation methodologies.
* Experience supervising or leading research project teams.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

* Preference for a Ph.D. in Early Childhood, Education, Social Work, Psychology, Public Health or related disciplines.
* In exceptional cases, a Master's degree in a related discipline with seven to ten years of relevant experience will be considered.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements:

n/a

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.

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