Clinical Research Specialist

East Carolina University; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

East Carolina University’s Internal Medicine Hematology and Oncology Division seeks a Clinical Research Specialist to manage designated clinical trials under the supervision of the Social/Clinical Research Manager. You will collaborate with investigators, coordinate study activities, collect data, and ensure regulatory compliance across multiple protocols.

Key duties include coordinating patient recruitment and enrollments, handling data entry and lab shipments, and supporting audit readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and one year of related training or experience.
• Clinical trial or data collection experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Study coordination, recruitment, screening and accrual of potential patients.
• Data entry and query resolution along with lab processing and shipment.
• Provide guidance to staff and investigators regarding regulatory and compliance issues.
• Assist with audit preparation and review trial related documents for accuracy and completion.

Skills

Study coordination

Data entry

Regulatory compliance

Audit preparation

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Clinical Research Specialist

Position Number: 400087

Vacancy Open to: All Candidates

Time-Limited: Yes

Department Homepage: https://internal-medicine.ecu.edu/hematology/

Advertising Department: IM-HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY

Division: ECU Health/BSOM

Classification Title: 12416 Social Clinical Research Specialist

Competency Level: 2 - Journey

Working Title: Clinical Research Specialist

Number of Vacancies: 1

Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Recruitment Range: $41,572 - $78,779

Anticipated Hiring Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.: $53,947 - $59,941

Salary Grade Equivalency: NC15

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday

Work Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Position Location (City): Greenville

Job Category: Staff

Be a Pirate!

East Carolina University (ECU) is consistently ranked among the nation's top public universities for its commitment to research, innovation, social mobility, and public service. Classified as a R1 institution by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education, ECU is among the top 5% of research universities in the United States, an elite designation reflecting the highest levels of research activity, funding, and doctoral output.

Founded in 1907, ECU is a public, four-year university located in Greenville, N.C., which is widely regarded as the cultural, educational, economic, and medical hub of eastern North Carolina. Through education, research, healthcare, community engagement, athletics, cultural enrichment, and service, ECU enhances the quality of life for its students, the state and communities around the world. It is a great place to work, teach, and learn.

ECU's commitment to impactful scholarship is further demonstrated through its repeated Carnegie Community Engagement Classification (2010, 2015, 2024), as well as its 2024 designation as a Carnegie Leadership for Public Purpose institution. These distinctions recognize the university's leadership in translating research into meaningful community partnerships and measurable societal benefits.

The university supports its workforce through a wide range of professional development opportunities designed to foster career growth and skill advancement. Eligible employees also benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

Academic Affairs, led by the Provost and Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, comprises the university's colleges, schools and libraries, along with other academic support and administrative units. Academic Affairs works collaboratively to strengthen ECU's culture of academic excellence in line with our mission to be a national model for student success, public service and regional transformation.

The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University is composed of departments that function to increase the supply of primary care physicians to serve the state; improve the health and well-being of the region; and train physicians who will meet the healthcare needs of the state. The ECU Brody School of Medicine is aligned with ECU Health as a clinically integrated academic healthcare organization. This integration allows the two organizations to provide efficient, effective and high-quality care to eastern North Carolina residents. For more information, visit ECUHealth.org.

The Internal Medicine Hematology and Oncology Division aims to deliver cutting-edge cancer care through innovative research, educate future oncologists to think beyond guidelines, and serve as a regional beacon of excellence in cancer treatment throughout Eastern North Carolina.

Primary Purpose of Position

This position will be responsible for the management of designated clinical trials as directed by the Pl. Reporting to the Social/Clinical Research Manager, the position will work closely with assigned investigators as well as other team members. This position is responsible for the planning, organization, and conduct of multiple clinical research study protocols, including independently collecting and recording data, project administration, and communication with various stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Study coordination, recruitment, screening and accrual of potential patients (60%)
• Data entry and query resolution along with lab processing and shipment (30%)
• Provide guidance to staff and investigators regarding regulatory and compliance issues (5%)
• Assist with audit preparation and review trial related documents for accuracy and completion (5%)

Minimum Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

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.

License or Certification required by statute or regulation

None

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

None

License or Certification required by the Department

None

Job Dates

• Job Open Date: 10/20/2026
• Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date; If no closing date is indicated, the position will be posted until filled and may close at any time after the recruitment has been completed.: 10/27/2026
• Open Until Filled: No

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/97804

Alternate option

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.

Nondiscrimination Statement

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at [phone] (Voice/TTY) or [e-mail].

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.

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