Research Specialist Jobs in Raleigh, NC (NOW HIRING)

Posting Information
Posting Information
Department
Biomedical Res Imaging Ctr-426001
Career Area
Research Professionals
Is this an internal only recruitment?
No
Posting Open Date
05/14/2026
Application Deadline
05/28/2026
Position Type
Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title
Research Specialist - Contributing
Salary Grade Equivalent
MH14 / GN08
Working Title
Research Specialist
Position Number
20030704
Vacancy ID
P021026
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited
Full-Time Permanent
If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment
Hours per week
40
Work Schedule
Mon - Fri, 8am - 5pm
Work Location
CHAPEL HILL, NC
Position Location
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
$54,170 - $68,000
Pay Band Information
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Position Summary Information
Be a Tar Heel!
Combining highly talented people with the state-of-art imaging equipment, the Biomedical Research Imaging Center (BRIC) offers comprehensive imaging support to various investigators across UNC-Chapel Hill and regional institutions. Preclinical Molecular Imaging (PMI) facility is one of the preclinical imaging units within BRIC to provide imaging service on animal models for biomedical research. The facility is equipped with high-end preclinical imaging systems, including Positron Emission Tomography (PET), Single-Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT), Computed Tomography (CT), Ultrasound Imaging (US), Optical Imaging, and autoradiography imaging. Our imaging support has been provided to a wide range of research fields, including neuroscience, cancer research, pharmaceutical science, immunology, and more.
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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 Research Specialist position is part of the Biomedical Research Imaging Center (BRIC). The primary purpose of this position is to operate various imaging equipment, including PET, CT, optical, and ultrasound imaging, in the small animal imaging facility utilizing technical and administrative expertise toward a goal of achieving therapeutic effects in animal cancer models. Technical areas of responsibility include developing imaging protocols, operating the imaging systems, ensuring smooth imaging procedures, and trouble-shooting and maintaining the equipment. Administrative duties include managing the imaging scheduling, adherence to safety standards, and coordinating with other staff for imaging services. Additionally, this position will be responsible for: conducting SPECT/CT imaging with radioactive materials (RAM) and managing RAM usage and compliance to regulations; conducting image analysis and data management when services are requested; and assisting the iLab scheduling and billing platform to provide cost estimates and ensure proper billing. As the BRIC has started providing services for theranostic studies, this requires managing animal model cohorts and conducting therapeutic evaluations with theranostic probes, which often emit beta and alpha particles. This position requires not only technical knowledge of imaging but also of radionuclide therapy in animal models.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Management Preferences
Experience in biomedical engineering, physics, or related discipline is preferred. Experience and training on imaging equipment for animal research, and knowledge of imaging protocol development is preferred.
Required Licenses/Certifications
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Position/Schedule Requirements
Overtime occasionally, Animal Handler (non-DLAM)
Special Instructions
Quick Link
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Contact Information
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