Research Instructor

Department :

Orthopaedics - 414601

Posting Open Date : 10 / 09 / 2025

Application Deadline :

10 / 23 / 2025

Open Until Filled : No

Position Type : Permanent Faculty

Working Title : Research Instructor

Appointment Type : Fixed Term Faculty

Vacancy ID : FAC0005669

Full-time / Part-time :

Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week : 40

FTE : Position Location :

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range :

Dependent on Experience and Qualifications

Proposed Start Date :

12 / 01 / 2025

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 nations 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 :

Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research.

Patient care : We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.

Education : We prepare tomorrow`s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.

Research : We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.

Position Summary :

The University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is seeking energetic, organized and detail-oriented applicants to join our Clinical Trials team as a Research Instructor. The incumbent will serve an ongoing research agenda in the area of identification, treatment and prevention of pediatric scoliosis. This includes scholarly activities such as grant submissions, abstract submissions, manuscript submissions and contributing to research missions of the department and university. The position is housed in the Department of Orthopaedics with strong collaborations and support with other basic science and clinical departments across the university including biomedical engineering, radiology, exercise and sport science and others.

Projects funded through internal and external sources in addition to unfunded development / pilot work are primarily in the area of musculoskeletal modelling using various imaging modalities, clinical outcomes and translational research. Strong communication skills across medical disciplines and ability to interface with an interdisciplinary research team are requisite. Strong writing and presentation skills with evidence of manuscript publication, abstract submission / presentation and competitive grant application experience is strongly preferred.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements :

PhD in Bioengineering or related field.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience :

Clinical background is not required but will be considered if experiences are relevant to pediatric orthopaedics. Interest / expertise in musculoskeletal research, modelling, and data analytics. Advanced competency with MS Office, database / entry interfaces (ie REDCap, medidata, etc). Experience and competence with electronic medical record (ie EPIC). Prior experience with grant writing, submissions / awards.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities :

Not Applicable.