Clinical Research Data Coordinator

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible/Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a Clinical Research Data Coordinator in the Pediatrics – Neonatal‑Perinatal Medicine division. The role focuses on data management for diverse clinical protocols, including compiling, verifying, managing and reporting data to ensure accuracy and timely insights.

The position supports a hybrid work model and requires a Bachelor’s degree, strong written and spoken communication, and proficiency with Outlook, Excel and Word.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Ability to use judgement and strong communication in diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and verify data for complex clinical research protocols.
• Lead quality assurance and data reporting activities.
• Collaborate with study teams across disciplines to ensure data integrity.

Skills

Judgement and critical thinking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

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

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

If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment

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

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 a Clinical Research Data Coordinator within the Department of Pediatrics – Neonatal‑Perinatal Medicine. The Clinical Research Data Coordinator is responsible for research data management for a variety of complex clinical research protocols, including leading efforts in compiling, verifying, managing, and reporting data. The Clinical Research Data Coordinator also conducts various quality assurance and quality control efforts to ensure the accuracy of research data. The Clinical Research Data Coordinator will use considerable judgement and research skills to carry out data‑based research tasks.

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

• Demonstrated ability to use considerable judgement and skills in performing work assignments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability 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.

Required Licenses/Certifications

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

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.

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
• * Briefly describe any prior experience with medical terminology. (Open Ended Question)
• * Do you have any database and/or data extraction experience, if so explain? (Open Ended Question)