University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Location
Chapel Hill, NC | United States
Job description
Department:
VC for Res-620100
Career Area :Research Professionals
Posting Open Date:03/05/2024
Application Deadline:04/04/2024
Open Until Filled:No
Position Type:Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title:Community Engagement Research Navigator
Appointment Type:EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number:20062422
Vacancy ID:NF0007906
Full Time/Part Time:Full-Time Permanent
FTE:1
Hours per week:40
Position Location:North Carolina, US
Hiring Range:Dependent on qualifications
Proposed Start Date:05/01/2024
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 Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research (OVCR) oversees, develops, supports, and grows UNC-Chapel Hill’s $1 billion research enterprise. The offices reporting to the OVCR set strategic priorities for research, manage proposals and awards, provide research infrastructure, identify funding opportunities, develop research teams and partnerships, oversee regulatory compliance, and communicate the impact and value of the University’s research enterprise. The OVCR enables research endeavors for faculty, students, and scholars; encourages interdisciplinary research collaboration across campus; and fosters expansion and diversification of the University’s sponsored research portfolio by collaborating with foundations, federal agencies, corporations, and the state and federal governments. The Vice Chancellor for Research also oversees multiple pan-University, multidisciplinary research centers and institutes.
Position Summary:The Community Engagement Research Navigator is a new position within the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research. This position will work collaboratively across the university’s research enterprise to assist with the development of a community engagement in research (CEnR) infrastructure to foster equitable and accessible research via education, community partnerships, capacity-building, and outreach.
In collaboration with the Director of Workforce Strategy and Community Partnerships, this position will; 1) provide community-based research expertise and assistance with developing institutional specific requirements for CEnR related processes; 2) help build and monitor the flow of assigned research projects by tracking project start-up times and needs, critical path deliverables, and key milestone deadlines; 3) proactively identify problems and determine their potential impacts on project implementation, as well as potential solutions; and 4) provide comprehensive and transparent reporting to research leadership, internal research community members, and other key stakeholders CEnR related processes and overall infrastructure building progress. This position will work collaboratively with a variety of entities, administrative individuals, study teams, and community partners to implement these strategies, and will serve to bridge the gap between research operations, CEnR researcher community, and our community partners. 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:Strong understanding and a passion for strengthening and improving academic-community research partnerships; understands community engagement in research; has strong community partnerships; has the ability to effectively communicate and work within a R1 research institution; ability to evaluate data, effectively problem solve, and offer recommendations; and has strong organizational and project management skills.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:Master’s Degree preferred.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:Not Applicable.
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