Research Scientist

The Division of Research and Sponsored Programs (DRSP) at North Carolina Central University (NCCU) oversees research activities, focusing on acquiring external funding, managing grants, fostering scholarly work, regulatory research compliance, and acceleration and commercialization of research-derived innovation. The Division is comprised of research institutes - JLC-BBRI and BRITE as well as the Office of Sponsored Research and Programs and Office of Research Compliance & Technology Transfer. Primary Purpose of Position The Research Scientist - Data Analytics, Evaluation & Mixed-Methods Population Health will support the programmatic objectives of the Duke- CTSA award. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Experience in community-engaged or participatory research. * Strong communication skills and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders. * Experience working with rural or underserved communities. Minimum Education/Experience Doctorate (PhD, DrPH, ScD, or equivalent) in Public Health, Epidemiology, Behavioral/Social Sciences, Community Psychology, Sociology, or related field. Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation N/A Equal Opportunity Employer Consistent with the policy of the State of North Carolina, North Carolina Central University (NCCU) reaffirms that it has been, and will continue to be, the policy of this University to be an equal opportunity employer. North Carolina Central University is committed to providing educational opportunities and prohibits discrimination against students, applicants, employees, or visitors based on race, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. Any individual alleging discrimination based on sexual orientation cannot grieve beyond the University's internal grievance process. In keeping with this policy, and to further the principle of equal opportunity, all other personnel matters such as recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, compensation, performance appraisal, disciplinary actions, benefits, transfers, separations, reduction in force, grievance procedures, company-sponsored training, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs will also continue to be administered in accordance with this policy.

Created: 2026-04-15