Research Analyst

Research Analyst

The Research Analyst will contribute to projects on climate change impacts, natural hazards, and adaptation in Dr. Miyuki Hino's research group. This position's primary projects will focus on flooding and migration in the US. Topics of additional projects include US disaster risk management policy, coastal flood monitoring in NC, and community-engaged projects to build local resilience. The Research Analyst will gain extensive hands-on research experience and have the opportunity to directly contribute to multiple peer-reviewed papers. This position will be responsible for a wide range of research tasks, including literature review, designing analysis to meet research objectives, and data analysis and visualization, including spatial and statistical analyses. The datasets are large and complex. The Research Analyst will evaluate research results for validity and reliability and oversee project progress. The position will also help develop research papers, presentations, and other communications products. This position will be collaborating with a team of other faculty (at UNC and beyond), post-doctoral scholars, graduate students, and undergraduate students.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements - Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Management Preferences - Proficiency in R or Python and Microsoft Office. Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Experience in Academic Research. Interest/familiarity with climate change, natural disasters, or related public policy.