Analyst
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NCRemote$22 an hourTemporary
Job Description
Posting Information
Department Kenan Institute of Private Ent - 331600
Career Area Research Professionals
Posting Open Date 02/11/2026
Application Deadline 03/05/2026
Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA)
Position Title Analyst
Position Number 20015114, 20031025, 20033926, 20010302, 20019895
Vacancy ID S026853
Full-time/Part-time Part-Time Temporary
Hours per week 20
Work Schedule
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $22/hour
Proposed Start Date 05/11/2026
Estimated Duration of Appointment 6 months not to exceed 11 months
Position Information
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
NCGrowth is a national center building an economy with opportunities for all to prosper. We provide technical assistance to businesses, governments, anchor institutions, and other organizations to create good jobs and new wealth in economically distressed communities. We produce applied research and develop innovative policies that promote equitable development. We host unique, cross-sector convenings and workshops to bring together diverse perspectives. With staff in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and West Virginia, our work and thought leadership range in scope from local to international. NCGrowth is an affiliated center of the UNC Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise.
Position Summary
Analysts are graduate students who provide technical assistance to community leaders, business owners, policymakers, and other organizations to create good jobs and new wealth in economically distressed communities. Since 2012, analysts have helped hundreds of NCGrowth clients across the U.S.
Analysts are hired as part-time, temporary employees and are enrolled graduate and PhD students in Business Administration, Planning, Industrial Engineering, Agriculture, Information Sciences, Policy and other disciplines. This is a remote position; however, we are seeking analysts to travel to clients 2-3 times over the course of the projects.
Examples of Past Projects: IMPAN analysis; feasibility studies; Data visualization; Forestry and farm management plans; Manufacturing process improvement; Creating financial models, business plans, marketing plans, SOPs, HR policies.
Required: Valid Drivers License.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Management Preferences
Preferred experience/knowledge in any of the following: Agribusiness, Forestry, Natural Resource Management; Business, Economics, Entrepreneurship; Marketing and Communications; Finance and Accounting; Social Media, Digital Marketing; Engineering, Manufacturing; Library Science; Statistics; and/or Learning Sciences
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Department Kenan Institute of Private Ent - 331600
Career Area Research Professionals
Posting Open Date 02/11/2026
Application Deadline 03/05/2026
Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA)
Position Title Analyst
Position Number 20015114, 20031025, 20033926, 20010302, 20019895
Vacancy ID S026853
Full-time/Part-time Part-Time Temporary
Hours per week 20
Work Schedule
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $22/hour
Proposed Start Date 05/11/2026
Estimated Duration of Appointment 6 months not to exceed 11 months
Position Information
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
NCGrowth is a national center building an economy with opportunities for all to prosper. We provide technical assistance to businesses, governments, anchor institutions, and other organizations to create good jobs and new wealth in economically distressed communities. We produce applied research and develop innovative policies that promote equitable development. We host unique, cross-sector convenings and workshops to bring together diverse perspectives. With staff in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and West Virginia, our work and thought leadership range in scope from local to international. NCGrowth is an affiliated center of the UNC Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise.
Position Summary
Analysts are graduate students who provide technical assistance to community leaders, business owners, policymakers, and other organizations to create good jobs and new wealth in economically distressed communities. Since 2012, analysts have helped hundreds of NCGrowth clients across the U.S.
Analysts are hired as part-time, temporary employees and are enrolled graduate and PhD students in Business Administration, Planning, Industrial Engineering, Agriculture, Information Sciences, Policy and other disciplines. This is a remote position; however, we are seeking analysts to travel to clients 2-3 times over the course of the projects.
Examples of Past Projects: IMPAN analysis; feasibility studies; Data visualization; Forestry and farm management plans; Manufacturing process improvement; Creating financial models, business plans, marketing plans, SOPs, HR policies.
Required: Valid Drivers License.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Management Preferences
Preferred experience/knowledge in any of the following: Agribusiness, Forestry, Natural Resource Management; Business, Economics, Entrepreneurship; Marketing and Communications; Finance and Accounting; Social Media, Digital Marketing; Engineering, Manufacturing; Library Science; Statistics; and/or Learning Sciences
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.