Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Exclusive campus perks

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks an Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator in the Children’s Research Institute. The role supports study execution, including screening and recruiting participants, conducting visits, and collecting and reviewing data, in a hybrid work setting.

Bachelor’s degree required; prior clinical research experience preferred. The position offers 40 hours per week, occasional evenings or weekends, and a comprehensive benefits package with opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Experience in pediatric or adult clinical research preferred.
• Experience with FDA regulatory requirements and ICH GCP guidelines is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the execution of study protocols including screening and recruiting participants, conducting study visits, and collecting, entering, and reviewing data.
• Organize and manage study data, ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance, and coordinate with study teams.

Skills

Clinical research experience

Pediatric clinical research

Regulatory knowledge (IRB, FDA, ICH Gx

Study coordination

Recruitment and enrollment

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited

Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Permanent

If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment

Hours per week 40

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Evenings/weekends as needed.

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

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.

Flexible work arrangements, including virtual/hybrid work locations, are an integral part of the School of Medicine’s Working Forward initiative. As such, this position’s work location is designated as hybrid. Please note that the designated work location is subject to change based on the unit’s business needs.

This position will serve as an Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator within the Children’s Research Institute. The Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator assists with the execution of study protocols, including screening and recruiting study participants, conducting study visits, and collecting, entering, and reviewing study data.

The position involves organization, detail-orientation, and flexibility, and managing competing priorities. The position will perform clinical research work experience in an academic health care setting using general office computer systems and programs, and work independently with limited guidance.

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 in pediatric or adult clinical research.
• Recent, direct experience with clinical trials (including experience with UNC IRB process, FDA regulatory requirements, ICH GCP guidelines, and EPIC ).
• Experience in execution of clinical trials in various stages, including study startup, recruitment, study management, data collection, and closeout.
• Experience with competitive enrollment studies.
• Experience with children in a clinical setting, including building rapport with families of diverse backgrounds.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements

Position/Schedule Requirements Evening work occasionally, Weekend work occasionally

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 [phone] or send an email to [e-mail]

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.

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae / Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• List of References

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
• * How many years of clinical research or other relevant experience do you have?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Briefly describe your experience working with children and families in a clinical research setting.

  (Open Ended Question)