Social/Clinical Research Specialist

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Chapel Hill, NC

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$62,000–$77,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Biomedical Research, Budget Management, Childcare, Clinical Medicine, Clinical Practices/Protocols, Clinical Research, Clinical Trial, Communication Skills, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Genetics, Health Science, Healthcare, Higher Education, Leadership, Mentoring, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Organizational Skills, Patient Care, Patient Education, People Management, Performing Arts, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Process Improvement, Quality Control, Randomized Controlled Trials, Recreation, Regulations, Research Protocols, Retail, Scientific Research, Secondary School, Strategic Planning, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Chapel Hill, NC
POSTED
10 days ago

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department Psychiatry - Research-412250 Career Area Research Professionals Posting Open Date 07/06/2026 Application Deadline 07/20/2026 Open Until Filled No Position Type Permanent Staff (EHRA NF) Working Title Social/Clinical Research Specialist Appointment Type EHRA Non-Faculty Position Number 20068826 Vacancy ID NF0009862 Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Permanent FTE 1 Hours per week 40 Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $62,000 - $77,000 Proposed Start Date 07/27/2026

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 for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research.

Patient care: We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.

Education: We prepare tomorrow's healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.

Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.

Position Summary

This position will serve as a Senior Clinical Research Coordinator within the Institute for Trauma Recovery The Institute for Trauma Recovery seeks to advance understanding of trauma recovery and develop interventions that improve recovery. The foundation of our success is our fantastic team of faculty and staff. Our team believes that achieving new discoveries for trauma survivors around the globe, via observational studies and randomized controlled trials, is an extremely meaningful and satisfying way to spend one's professional life. We work to place the trauma survivor at the center of all of our decisions and to serve them through our work. We continuously work to create a community where our team members serve trauma survivors and actualize their career growth and individual leadership potential.

The Senior Clinical Research Coordinator is responsible for the planning, organization, conduct, and evaluation of multi-faceted clinical research protocols, including study execution, developing strategies and solutions to improve study processes and execution, providing reviews of other team members' work product, and serving as mentor and subject matter expert.

The primary purpose of this position is to support the Principal Investigators (PIs) and Institute Manager on several current and pending research projects. This position will be responsible for a broad range of duties related to planning, organizing, executing, and monitoring the implementation of new and existing clinical trials and other research initiatives.

Duties will include supporting the PI with maintaining research methods, tracking patients in the study, provide feedback and suggestion on the development/revision of research protocols and regulatory correspondence as well as maintaining accurate and updated manuals of procedures for the studies. This position will serve as senior coordinator on one or more of the ongoing clinical trials in the institute. In addition to the above, this position will assist with study design, and the development of study procedures, budget management, and regulatory oversight. This position will be responsible for supervising research staff and student volunteers.

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.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Must be able to work and communicate with diverse populations effectively and professionally.
  • Ability to work independently as well as function as part of a team.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
  • Specialized knowledge in clinical research principles.
  • Ability to plan and design methodologies for monitoring data collection.
  • Ability to take a leadership role in implementing changes in design of clinical research management.
  • Ability to problem solve and resolve quality control issues by changing processes.
  • Strong problem solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Not applicable

Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/321645

Posting Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title Ammie Senn, HR Consultant Department Contact Telephone or Email ammie_senn@med.unc.edu Office of Human Resources Contact Information

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.

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
  • List of References

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

    • Are you proficient with Microsoft Office?
  • Yes

  • No

    • Do you have experience/advanced knowledge of data collection, analysis and reporting methods and tools? Please give examples.

(Open Ended Question)

    • Please describe your experience with clinical research studies.

(Open Ended Question)

About the Company

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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Education
WEBSITE
http://www.sph.unc.edu/nutr/