Social/Clinical Research Assistant

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in Chapel Hill, NC, seeks a Social/Clinical Research Assistant to support the Lung Cancer Screening Group. This role involves computer-based medical record review, data abstraction, and coordination of study activities within the Radiology Epidemiology Research Team.

The position emphasizes EHR abstraction, data quality control, literature reviews, and collaboration with facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Preferred candidates will have experience using Epic and REDCap.
• This position is almost entirely computer based.

Responsibilities

• Document SOPs for study-related processes and procedures.
• Develop and implement quality control and quality assurance procedures for data collection tasks.
• Generate reports and critically evaluate data for quality purposes.
• Document and report data issues to the supervisor in a timely manner.
• Develop and implement corrective action plans for data issues in a timely manner.
• Perform literature reviews and searches.
• Communicate with team members and collaborating facilities in a professional, efficient, effective, and timely manner at all times.
• Participate and present in study team and Epidemiology Research Team meetings.

Skills

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Epic

REDCap

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This position involves computer-based medical record review and abstraction. There is no direct contact with research participants.

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department

Career Area Research Professionals

Is this an internal only recruitment?

Is this an internal only recruitment? No

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 09/08/2026

Application Deadline

Application Deadline 09/15/2026

Position Type

Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA)

Position Title

Position Title Soc/Clin Research Assistant - Journey

Salary Grade Equivalent

Salary Grade Equivalent NC09 / GN08

Working Title

Working Title Social/Clinical Research Assistant

Position Number

Position Number 20065807

Vacancy ID

Vacancy ID P021356

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

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

This position will serve as an Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator within the Department of Radiology, Epidemiology Research Team (ERT) Lung Cancer Screening Group. The Research Assistant assists with the execution of study protocols, including screening and recruiting study participants, conducting study visits, and collecting, entering, and reviewing study data.
Primary Responsibility: Completing electronic health record abstraction from collaborating facilities in an efficient, effective, and timely manner

• Document study-related processes and procedures including development of SOPs as needed
• Develop and implement quality control and quality assurance procedures for data collection tasks
• Generate reports and critically evaluate data for quality purposes
• Document and report data issues to the supervisor in a timely manner
• Develop and implement corrective action plans for data issues in a timely manner
• Perform literature reviews and searches
• Communicate with team members and collaborating facilities in a professional, efficient, effective, and timely manner at all times
• Participate and present in study team and Epidemiology Research Team meetings

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

Preferred candidates will have experience using Epic and REDCap.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

This position is almost entirely computer based. Candidates should be able to work effectively from a computer and in front of a screen for extended periods of time, with or without accommodation.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions

This position involves computer-based medical record review and abstraction. There is no direct contact with research participants.

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 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
• * Please describe your previous clinical or health-related research experience. (Open Ended Question)
• * Please describe your experience with using medical record systems (i.e., EPIC), medical record abstraction, and understanding of medical terminology. (Open Ended Question)
• * Please describe your experience with REDCap or similar data capture tools. (Open Ended Question)
• * Please describe your experience with Microsoft Excel, including any data management tasks you have performed. (Open Ended Question)