Clinical Research Coordinator

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department ASOD Dental Public Health-435200 Career Area Research Professionals Is this an internal only recruitment? No Posting Open Date 06/30/2026 Application Deadline 07/14/2026 Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA) Position Title Soc/Clin Research Assistant - Journey Salary Grade Equivalent NC09 / GN08 Working Title Clinical Research Coordinator Position Number 20077115 Vacancy ID P021163 Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Time-Limited If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment Up to 3 years Hours per week 40 Work Schedule

Full-time (40 hours/week), Monday-Friday, generally 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Flexibility required for occasional early morning or evening participant visits and recruitment activities.

Work Location CHAPEL HILL, NC Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $52,500 - $60,094 Pay Band Information

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Position Summary Information

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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The UNC Adams School of Dentistry Division of Pediatric and Public Health provides oral health care for individuals from infancy through adolescence, and promotes the prevention of oral disease. The Public Health discipline is a dynamic unit that offers educational programs including community rotations, a dental public health residency program, and an Oral Epidemiology PhD program.

Position Summary

This position serves as the Clinical Research Coordinator for the ADAPT clinical trial, an NIH-funded, randomized, triple-masked, placebo-controlled study investigating marine lipid precursors of specialized pro-resolving mediators in adults with chronic temporomandibular disorder (TMD)-related pain.

The Study Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day coordination and execution of study activities in accordance with the approved protocol, institutional policies, and applicable Federal regulations governing human subjects research. Primary responsibilities include coordinating participant recruitment, screening, enrollment, scheduling, and retention; supporting standardized clinical assessment procedures following training and calibration; and assisting with biospecimen collection and coordination of specimen handling and documentation in accordance with study protocols. Occasional work outside of standard business hours (including early mornings or evenings) may be required to accommodate participant scheduling and study visits.

The position is responsible for accurate study data collection, entry, and maintenance, as well as maintenance of regulatory and study documentation, including Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions such as initial applications, amendments, continuing reviews, and reportable events. The Study Coordinator ensures study activities are conducted in compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and human subjects protection requirements.

The role supports communication and coordination among investigators, clinical staff, laboratory personnel, and study participants to facilitate efficient study implementation. The position also supports study logistics, participant visit coordination, tracking systems, and administrative documentation necessary for study operations.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

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

Management Preferences

• Experience coordinating clinical trials, human subjects research studies, or NIH-funded research projects, including participant recruitment, enrollment, retention, and study visit coordination.
• Experience supporting Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions and regulatory documentation, including amendments, continuing reviews, reportable events, and compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and human subjects research requirements. Current CITI Human Subjects Protection and GCP training, or the ability to obtain upon hire, is preferred.
• Experience utilizing research data management systems and electronic data capture platforms (e.g., REDCap) to maintain accurate study records, ensure data integrity, and support regulatory compliance.
• Experience working in an academic health center, university research environment, or healthcare setting with demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with study participants, faculty, staff, and other research stakeholders while maintaining confidentiality and exercising sound judgment when handling sensitive clinical and research information.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities with a high level of attention to detail, organization, and accuracy while meeting deadlines and supporting complex clinical research operations.

Required Licenses/Certifications Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Occasional standing, walking, and setup of materials for participant visits or recruitment activities.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements Evening work occasionally, Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens, Laboratory Special Instructions Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/321666

Contact Information

Office of Human Resources Contact Information

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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.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References

Optional Documents

• Certification/licenses
• Degree Transcripts

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Please select the response below that best describes your experience/education for the Social/Clinical Research Assistant position.

• Bachelor's, Master's, and/or Doctorate in any field.

• Associate's in any field and at least 2 years of experience.

• Combination of post-high school education and experience to equal at least 4 years of related experience (ex: 1 year towards a degree and 3 years of experience).

• High School diploma/GED and at least 4 years of related experience.

• Did not complete high school but have a combination of high school education and experience to equal 8 years. (ex. 3 years of high school and 5 years of experience).

• None of the above

• • Describe your experience coordinating human subjects research or clinical trials.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Describe your experience with participant recruitment, scheduling, and retention.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Describe your experience preparing or maintaining regulatory documents (e.g., IRB submissions, regulatory binders, informed consent documentation).

(Open Ended Question)

• • Describe your experience collecting and processing biological specimens, including venipuncture/phlebotomy, if applicable.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Briefly describe your experience working in a multidisciplinary healthcare or academic research environment.

(Open Ended Question)