Nurse Consultant

UNC-Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Nurse Consultant to facilitate oncology clinical trials, overseeing informed consent, eligibility, toxicity assessment, and patient management, in line with federal regulations and GCP.

The role requires NC RN licensure with 2+ years of relevant experience; duties include coordinating visits, samples, data entry, and collaboration with CRAs, while ensuring protocol adherence and safety.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of ICH GCP and Federal Regulations; follow established protocols.
• RN licensed in North Carolina with at least 2 years of experience in the area.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate informed consent, eligibility and screening; toxicity assessment and patient management.
• Coordinate visits, sample collection, and data entry for assigned studies.
• Assist with monitoring visits, start-up meetings, and protocol execution.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and alignment with study plans.

Skills

Clinical research knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

RN license in NC

Tools

SOCRA Certification

ACRP Certification

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This posting was approved prior to the state mandated discontinued use of “Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience”. Postings initially approved prior to 1/23/2026 will fall under previous review and selection policies.

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department

Department LCCC - Clinical Trials-426806

Career Area Research Professionals

Is this an internal only recruitment?

Is this an internal only recruitment? No

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 02/07/2025

Application Deadline

Application Deadline 10/09/2026

Position Type

Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA)

Position Title

Salary Grade Equivalent

Salary Grade Equivalent MH17 / GN13

Working Title

Working Title Nurse Consultant

Position Number

Position Number 20011691

Vacancy ID

Vacancy ID P020107

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

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

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

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing 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. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation’s leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
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 will 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 will prepare tomorrow’s health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.

Position Summary

The purpose of this position is to facilitate the conduct of oncology clinical trials, including subject and data management, according to federal regulations, Good Clinical Practice, and local and institutional policies. These responsibilities relate to the mission of the UNC / LCCC Protocol Office by maintaining the quality of research and by addressing patient safety and regulatory compliance which impact research quality and safeguard institutional integrity.
The primary responsibilities of this position include the informed consent process, eligibility and screening, toxicity assessment, patient management, conducting in‑services for nurses staff in treating clinic; planning of patient recruitment methods; logistics of patient visits; logistics of obtaining and coordinating clinical samples; specimen collection as needed, enlistment of support of necessary ancillary departments; coordinating the ordering of the required supplies; preparation of study tubes, collecting source documentation; Data entry / management for assigned studies, working with Clinical Research Associates to facilitate data collection for CRFs (case report forms) and/or eCRFs for trials as assigned; prepare and participate in monitoring visits; facilitate pre-site meetings, site initiation meetings, and plan, organize and run protocol start‑up meetings.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina and two years of experience in the area of specialization.

Management Preferences

This posting was approved prior to the state mandated discontinued use of “Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience”. Postings initially approved prior to 1/23/2026 will fall under previous review and selection policies.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Knowledge of ICH GCP , Federal Regulations and Guidelines and ability to follow established regulations, procedures, and protocols; strong computer skills; ability to gather data and document procedures; ability to plan work and coordinate multiple projects; adequate social acumen and customer service skills; ability to communicate effective...
Ability to work on evenings, weekends and/or holidays occasionally required.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Previous experience with therapeutic clinical research involving drugs and/or devices. Experience in Phase I, II, and III clinical research. Experience navigating medical records and data extraction. SOCRA / ACRP Certification. Previous study coordinator experience to include exposure to oncology clinical trials or directly related oncology study coordinator experience.

Required Licenses/Certifications

Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements

Position/Schedule Requirements Clinic – UNCH or ACC, Evening work occasionally, Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens, Exposure to Hazardous Materials, Laboratory, Overtime occasionally, Weekend work occasionally

Special Instructions

This posting was approved prior to the state mandated discontinued use of “Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience”. Postings initially approved prior to 1/23/2026 will fall under previous review and selection policies.

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
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• List of References

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Please select the response below that best describes your experience/education/licensure for the Nurse Consultant position.
  • Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina and 2 years of experience in the area of specialization.
  • Eligible to apply for approval to practice in the state of NC as a Registered Nurse and have 2 years of experience in the area of specialization.
  • None of the above.
• * Do you have knowledge of GCP and ICH Guidelines?
  • Yes
  • No