Research Project Specialist

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department School of Nursing-RSC-440130 Career Area Research Professionals Is this an internal only recruitment? No Posting Open Date 10/05/2026 Application Deadline 11/05/2026 Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA) Position Title Soc/Clin Research Specialist - Contributing Salary Grade Equivalent NC13 / GN09 Working Title Research Project Specialist Position Number 20078857 Vacancy ID P021432 Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Time-Limited If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment 3 years Hours per week 40 Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 9 am - 5pm- eligible for hybrid work.

Work Location CHAPEL HILL, NC Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $55,000-$65,000 Pay Band Information

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Notice to Applicants

This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship.

Position Summary Information

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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The mission of the School of Nursing is to enhance and improve the health and well-being of the people of North Carolina and the nation, and, as relevant and appropriate, the people of other nations, through its programs of education, research, and scholarship, and through clinical practice and community service. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Nursing has been the leader in nursing education in North Carolina throughout its history. Established in 1950, it was the first school of nursing in North Carolina to offer a four-year baccalaureate nursing degree program followed by the first master's degree program, the first continuing education program for nurses, first doctoral program, and first accelerated BSN option to students with college degrees. Today, the School is renowned for its academic programs, its research and its commitment to clinical and community service within state, national and global communities.

Position Summary

THIS IS A TIME-LIMITED APPOINTMENT WITH AN ESTIMATED DURATION OF 3 YEARS.

The Research Project Specialist will provide day-to-day coordination, oversight, and management for a federally funded clinical trial evaluating a nutrition intervention for adults with pancreatic cancer. Our research lab focuses on the development and implementation of nutrition interventions, such as dietary coaching, nutrition counseling, and peer support, for adults receiving cancer treatment.

The Research Project Specialist will coordinate recruitment and retention of study participants, including screening potentially eligible participants, consenting participants, educating participants about study procedures, scheduling study assessments and activities, sending approved reminders, and following up with participants as needed. This position will also coordinate with clinic staff, oncology providers, the study dietitian, and research team members to support recruitment, intervention delivery, participant follow-up, and study implementation.

The Research Project Specialist will support study documentation, data management, and ongoing monitoring of study progress, including documentation in OnCore, REDCap, and study files; tracking recruitment, enrollment, retention, intervention completion, and assessment completion; and preparing study progress updates for the PI and research team. The position will also assist with IRB-related documents, protocol amendments, continuing reviews, recruitment materials, and other regulatory or study documentation.

The Research Project Specialist may also assist with participant interviews, qualitative and quantitative data management and analysis, preparation of reports and presentations, and manuscript writing. The position will attend lab meetings and study team meetings and may meet with patients in clinic when needed for recruitment, enrollment, or follow-up.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to the field assigned and one year of related training or experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Management Preferences

Experience in health-related clinical research.

Experience recruiting research participants.

Knowledge of IRB processes and human subject research requirements.

Experience with REDCap or similiar research systems.

Experience supporting research projects.

Required Licenses/Certifications Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements Special Instructions Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/326470

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

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

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 Specialist position.
• Bachelor's in a discipline related to the field assigned and at least 1 year of related training or experience.
• Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate in an unrelated field and at least 5 years of related training and/or experience.
• Master's and/or Doctorate in a discipline related to the field assigned.
• Associate's in a discipline related to the field assigned and at least 3 years of related training or experience.
• Combination of post-high school education and experience to equal at least 5 years of experience related to the field assigned (ex: 1 year towards a degree and 4 years experience).
• Did not complete high school but have a combination of high school education and related experience to equal at least 9 years (ex. 3 years of high school and 6 years of experience).
• None of the above