UTS-Temporary Statistician Investigator at UNC Chapel Hill

Position Information
Posting Number
PG196069TM

Position Number
48SM76

Position Type
Temporary

Essential Job Duties
The department at Chapel Hill is looking for a data analyst/statistician at or above the master's degree level, to work in a collaborative team of investigators and perform statistical analyses to gain new discoveries to help trauma survivors. The primary focus of the position will be to assist with analyses of different longitudinal data collected as part of the ~$35 million dollar AURORA study. This study, funded by the National Institute of Mental Health and private and foundation partners, enrolled individuals presenting to a large network of emergency department in the immediate aftermath of trauma. Study participants were followed longitudinally for one year, beginning in the hours after trauma, using sophisticated adaptive sampling methods and state-of-the-art battery of self-report, neurocognitive, physiologic, digital phenotype, psychosocial, neuroimaging, and genomic markers. In addition to analyses of these data, the statistician will also analyze data from varied longitudinal data collected as part of many other past and current R01 studies going on in the institute, as well as the analysis of clinical trial data.

Is Time Limited
Yes

If Yes, Appointment Length
TBD

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits
As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
What we offer:

• Health Insurance for Temporary Employees
• Enhance your career with LEAD courses
  
• Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free.

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare discounts , Wellness & Recreation Membership , and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Department Information
Job City & State
Chapel Hill, NC

Department

System Information
Classification Title
Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional

Working Title
UTS-Temporary Statistician Investigator at UNC Chapel Hill

Requirements and Preferences
Work Schedule
Hybrid (Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday in office; Thursday/Friday remote)

Other Work/Responsibilities

Data analysis

• Develop scripts/code as necessary to streamline/optimize analyses
• Communication - writing/editing
  • Writing analytics methods for peer-reviewed publications, and summarizing analysis results for stakeholders and stakeholder meetings

Data Collection

• Assist with analyses of varied longitudinal data collected as part of the AURORA study
• Administration
  • Maintaining meta-data regarding databases and work performed
  
  

Other

• Developing analysis plans in collaboration with members of the research team

Minimum Experience/Education

• Master's degree in a social science, applied science, clinical science, epidemiology, or closely related discipline required; PhD preferred. Foreign equivalent degrees will be considered.
• Candidates with a Master's degree plus extensive relevant experience in advanced quantitative analysis will also be considered in lieu of a PhD.
• Demonstrated experience conducting advanced statistical analyses, with the ability to independently learn and apply new analytical methods as needed.
• Experience with structural equation modeling (SEM) strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in statistical programming and analysis software, including R; experience with Mplus preferred.
• Demonstrated scientific writing ability, including contributing to peer-reviewed manuscripts, technical reports, or research publications.
• Experience working in clinical, epidemiological, or multidisciplinary research environments preferred.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively as part of interdisciplinary teams.

Department Required Skills

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, datasets, and project timelines effectively.
• Ability to analyze complex longitudinal data collected across research studies, including cleaning, structuring, and interpreting multi-timepoint datasets.
• Experience with bioinformatics research, including working with biological, clinical, or molecular datasets and applying computational or statistical methods to interpret results.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

• 2-5+ years of experience in quantitative research, advanced statistical analysis, or applied data science in academic, clinical, epidemiological, or research settings preferred.
• Candidates with a Master's degree plus extensive relevant experience in advanced quantitative analysis will also be considered in lieu of a PhD.

Required License or Certification
n/a

Valid NC Driver's License required?
No

Commercial Driver's License Required?
No

Recruitment Details
Anticipated Hiring Range
$46.00/hourly

Recruitment Dates
Job Open Date
06/23/2026

Applicant Information
Quick Link

EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact View phone number on click.appcast.io to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.