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Position Title: Sarcoma RCRF Research Associate Department: Lineberger Compr Cancer Center - 426801 Position Summary: The UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, founded in 1975, is a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer center. The Center’s mission is to reduce cancer occurrence and death in North Carolina and the nation through research, treatment, training, and outreach. This Research Assistant (RA) is a full-time position dedicated to supporting sarcoma registry enrollment, tissue procurement research, and emerging clinical trial efforts. The RA will serve as the primary point of contact for patient identification, approach, screening, and informed consent for tissue banking, registry and specimen-based sarcoma research protocols, as well as new early-phase clinical trials. This role requires close collaboration with surgical oncology, pathology, and research teams to facilitate consent and procurement process. The RA will additionally support several research efforts for the non-profit organization, Rare Cancer Research Foundation. These efforts will involve support biobanking and PRISM efforts – novel, individualized cancer testing for rare cancers. Career Area: Research Professionals Posting Open Date: 06/05/2026 Application Deadline: 07/05/2026 Position Number: 20034199 Vacancy ID: S027614 Full-time/Part-time: Full-Time Temporary Hours per week: 40 Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Position Location: North Carolina, US Hiring Range: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour Proposed Start Date: 08/01/2026 Estimated Duration of Appointment: 6 months or longer 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 nation’s 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 that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events. 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. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the field assigned and one year of related training or experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Management Preferences: - Relevant related knowledge Campus Security Authority Responsibilities: Not Applicable. Temporary Employment Policies: Temporary Employment Policies Office of Human Resources Contact Information: 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 Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: 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.