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Department Renaissance Computing Inst - 637100 Career Area Other Posting Open Date 06/04/2026 Application Deadline 06/08/2026 Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA) Position Title Breathe Easy Research Assistant Position Number 20076708 Vacancy ID S027606 Full-time/Part-time Part-Time Temporary Hours per week 10 Work Schedule
Monday - Friday; 10-20 hours per week capped at 280 hours total.
Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $25.00 - $28.00 per hour Proposed Start Date 06/15/2026 Estimated Duration of Appointment 6 months or longer
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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
Are you ready to go beyond the state of the art?
At the Renaissance Computing Institute (RENCI), we use data, creativity, and inclusive teaming to revitalize how science is done. Fostering data science expertise and creating cyberinfrastructure isn't just about solving known problems - it's about expanding human potential by unlocking data.
We need innovators, builders, strategists, technologists, architects, and creative thinkers across all domains to drive this work forward. When you join our team, you'll:
We know that diversity of people and ideas is a cornerstone of innovation, and we work to ensure our culture reflects that knowledge. We provide the tools you need to do your job effectively; we offer flexibility so you can be the most productive version of you; and we encourage thoughtful and challenging discourse.
Join our research institute at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill today and help us spark a scientific renaissance across the Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, and beyond.
Position Summary
The Renaissance Computing Institute (RENCI) seeks a temporary Research Technician to serve on the Breathe Easy project Research team.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Management Preferences
Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form
Working knowledge of methods or techniques used in gathering, editing, analyzing, interpreting and reporting social, educational, or economic information
Working knowledge of statistical principles or techniques used in collecting, interpreting, and reporting numerical data
Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
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