Research Coordinator

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The mission of the UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media is to prepare students to ignite the public conversation in our state, the nation and the world, and to understand the role of communication in fostering democracy. Our faculty, staff, students and administrators work collaboratively to build and foster an environment that is welcoming, inclusive and accessible to people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and beliefs.

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The Hussman School of Journalism and Media invites applications for a temporary part-time Research Coordinator. This person will work on research tasks relating to the study: Technology Transforms the News Media: Who's a Journalist in the Age of AI?, which theorizes how technology is transforming the free press and presents empirical insights about the role of journalists, newsfluencers, and social media publishers in the democratic society. Responsibilities include designing and executing research tasks, synthesizing findings, and producing high-quality reports that demonstrate theoretical rigor, analytical clarity, and strategic foresight.

This position is eligible for remote work schedule. Employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Course work in journalism and media or related field.
The ideal candidate will possess strong writing skills, a keen interest in media and democracy, comprehensive knowledge of media research and related tech transformations, and the ability to translate complex ideas into rigorous, insightful analysis.

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

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The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.