Soc/Clin Research Assistant - Advanced

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in Chapel Hill, NC is seeking an Associate Clinical Research Coordinator for the melanoma program. The role focuses on executing clinical research protocols, data collection, and reporting to investigators and the IRB, while ensuring adherence to CITI and HIPAA regulations.

The position supports the UNC Melanoma and Complex Skin Cancer Registry and collaborates with clinicians and researchers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited institution.

Responsibilities

• Execute clinical research protocols for melanoma projects.
• Gather, compile, and report data for various studies.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Epic@UNC

RedCap

Access

Microsoft Office

Job description

Posting Information

Department: Surgery - Surgical Oncology-414020

Career Area: Research Professionals

Is this an internal only recruitment?: No

Posting Open Date: 09/21/2026

Application Deadline: 09/28/2026

Position Type: Permanent Staff (SHRA)

Position Title: Soc/Clin Research Assistant - Advanced

Salary Grade Equivalent: NC10 / GN10

Working Title: Associate Clinical Research Coordinator

Position Number: 20065382

Vacancy ID: P021389

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

Hours per week: 20

Work Schedule: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Work Location: CHAPEL HILL, NC

Position Location: North Carolina, US

Hiring Range: $26,480 - $31,048 (Prorated for 0.5 FTE position)

Notice to Applicants: This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship.

Position Summary 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

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Associate Clinical Research Coordinator of clinical research projects in melanoma. The Associate Clinical Research Coordinator is responsible for the execution of clinical research protocols, including leading the efforts in gathering, compiling, and reporting data for a variety of research studies. The position will be responsible for the organization and management of the UNC Melanoma and Complex Skin Cancer Registry and other cancer study databases.

The responsibilities include identification and recruitment of eligible populations, collection and compilation of data, and conveying accurate information to clinical investigators, basic scientists, bioinformaticians, and the UNC Institutional Review Board and/or Clinical Protocol Office while adhering to CITI research ethics and HIPAA regulations. This position will establish an overall plan for the administration of ongoing research projects and will serve as the contact person for the study participants, research personnel, work study students, and investigators. The selected candidate will be responsible for maintaining relationship and encouraging collaborate research with multiple clinicians and researchers. The position will also assist in preparation of manuscripts and presentations.

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 initiating and updating IRB and PRC applications.
• Experience in an oncology‑related field.
• Project coordinator and/or database management and quality assurance experience.
• Experience with Epic@UNC, RedCap, Access, and other Microsoft Office programs.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Quick Link

https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/325530

Contact Information

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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.