Data Collector

Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm

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.

The UNC Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute ( FPG) is one of the nation's oldest and largest multidisciplinary centers devoted to the study of children and their families. As one of the nation's leading child development research centers, we generate scientific evidence, inform policies, and support practices to promote positive developmental and educational outcomes for children of all backgrounds and abilities from infancy to adolescence.

FPG has a particular focus on the study of vulnerable populations and those who have special needs. In addition, FPG is committed to creating a place where everyone is welcome, supported, and has the resources they need to grow and thrive regardless of identity, origin, or difference in circumstances as well as engaging in work that addresses critical issues related to educational inequality and barriers to inclusion that impact children's wellbeing.

Approximately 280 researchers, implementation and technical assistance specialists, staff, and students work on more than 75 projects related to developmental disabilities; physical, social, and emotional health; early care and education; early intervention and special education, prevention science, and more to address important issues facing all children and families. Our work spans across disciplines from education and psychology to social work and public health.

We collaborate with researchers across campus and throughout the nation. At FPG, transdisciplinary collaboration is a way to leverage collective expertise for comprehensive and relevant research and outreach, and is embodied in our motto: Advancing knowledge to transform children's lives.

This position is located in Georgia.

THIS POSTING IS FOR FIFTEEN (15) IDENTICAL POSITIONS ( POSITION NUMBERS: 20000687, 20000775, 20000776, 20000777, 20000828, 20000885, 20000887, 20000888, 20000893,
20000894, 20000895, 20000915, 20000916, 20000966, & 20001098). BY APPLYING, YOU WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR ALL 15 AVAILABLE POSITIONS.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

The FPG Child Development Institute is conducting an evaluation of the Georgia Rising Kindergarten Summer Transition Program (Rising Kindergarten STP). Responsibilities for the position include conducting in-person classroom observations in the state of Georgia using standardized protocols. The day-to-day work includes gathering, preparing, managing, organizing, scoring, electronic entry of data for the evaluation study. It also includes communications with study participants and in-office personnel.

Data Collection: This function includes:
* Training to reliability on data collection procedures and measures and maintaining reliability throughout project.
* Scheduling data collection visits by making phone calls to sites and sending follow-up emails.
* Preparing data collection forms prior to site visits.
* Following detailed instructions to collect data according to the study protocol.
* Collecting data (e.g., classroom quality measures) at participating sites.
* Completing all data collection forms carefully, accurately, and thoroughly.
* Mailing data to FPG according to evaluation project protocol.
* Working in a team to ensure data collection is completed as scheduled.

Data Management: This function involves:
* Scoring data, reviewing for accuracy, cleaning, and coding data after completion.
* Ensuring that all data are identified and labeled correctly.
* Entering and tracking data via project equipment and website.
* Maintaining records on the status of evaluation study data according to project protocol.
* Communicating timely updates to project staff at FPG.
* Organizing and maintaining secure temporary data storage.
* Reviewing entered data for errors.
* Receiving and incorporating feedback from project staff at FPG.

General project duties: This function involves:
* Maintaining confidentiality regarding data and participants.
* Communicating regularly with your supervisor in Chapel Hill, NC via meetings, conference calls, plus other telephone contacts and e-mail as needed.
* Completing travel & per diem reimbursement documentation accurately and submitting to FPG administration staff weekly via the Concur Travel System.
* Completing additional tasks, e.g., attend additional training or meetings, participating in basic project coordination with teachers, as assigned by supervisor.

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

* Experience administering classroom observations OR experience working with young children (pre-kindergarten through third grade).
* Must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and have excellent communication skills.
* Fluency in English is required.
* Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook e-mail, use of tablets such as an i-pad, web-based data entry, and reliable home access to the Internet.
* Reliable transportation.
* Willingness to travel throughout Georgia.
* Strong preference for candidates with experience in conducting classroom observations and/or child assessments using standardized measures such as CLASS.
* Candidates must be able to attend all of the three-day training period being held in-person in May, 2025, in Atlanta, GA.

* Bachelor's degree, preferably in early childhood education, psychology, or related field.
* Prefer experience with CLASS, ELLCO or other of Birth - Age 5 classroom observation measures.
* Prefer experience with data collection and record keeping.

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.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.