Temporary Local Foods Research and Extension Assistant
About The Position
The Local Foods Research and Extension Assistant will be responsible for supporting research and extension activities related to community-based food systems. Research activities may include qualitative data collection (ex semi-structured interviews, focus groups); qualitative data analysis (ex coding), writing up relevant reports and/or academic publications; developing, analyzing, and summarizing survey data; and/or conducting literature reviews on relevant topics. Extension activities may include translating research into public-facing outputs, including resource guides, trainings, and Extension publications, among others. Local food topic areas include Farm to Institution (such as Farm to Early Care and Education, Farm to School), local food infrastructure (including engagement with food hubs, central kitchens), needs assessments of relevant stakeholders, etc. This position will also contribute to maintaining and promoting the Local Food Professional Development courses offered through NC State Extension.
Requirements
- Relevant Master's degree or Relevant Bachelor's and 3 or more years of relevant experience, or relevant independent experience and education
- Proficient in overall research methods and analysis, including qualitative data collection/analysis, conducting literature reviews and contributing to academic publications
Nice To Haves
- Proficient with qualitative data analysis software (Dedoose, NVivo, etc.) and survey development/analysis software (Qualtrics, Google forms, etc.)
- 2-3 years experience working with farmers and/or consumers in local food projects
Responsibilities
- supporting research and extension activities related to community-based food systems
- qualitative data collection (ex semi-structured interviews, focus groups)
- qualitative data analysis (ex coding)
- writing up relevant reports and/or academic publications
- developing, analyzing, and summarizing survey data
- conducting literature reviews on relevant topics
- translating research into public-facing outputs, including resource guides, trainings, and Extension publications, among others
- maintaining and promoting the Local Food Professional Development courses offered through NC State Extension
Benefits
- Health Insurance for Temporary Employees
- Enhance your career with LEAD courses
- Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free.
- Childcare discounts
- Wellness & Recreation Membership
- Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Educational Services
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
