Social Clinical Research Assistant - Journey

East Carolina University; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

East Carolina University is seeking a Social Clinical Research Assistant for its Department of Public Health. This role involves supporting research initiatives through patient engagement, data collection, and collaboration in a team environment, offering a competitive salary with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Skilled in interpersonal communication.
• Experience managing electronic databases.

Responsibilities

• Supports ongoing research efforts and data collection.
• Organizes searches and queries electronic health records.
• Compiles and organizes data in a common database.

Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Data Collection

Database Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Social Clinical Research Assistant - Journey

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

• Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section.
• If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment).
• Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Position Information

Job Title

Job Title Social Clinical Research Assistant - Journey

Position Number

Position Number 400535

Vacancy Open to

Vacancy Open to All Candidates

Time-Limited

Time-Limited Yes

Department Homepage

Department Homepage https://public-health.ecu.edu/

Advertising Department

Advertising Department PUBLIC HEALTH, DEPT OF

Division

Division ECU Health/BSOM

Classification Title

Classification Title 12415 Social Clinical Research Assistant

Competency Level 2 - Journey

Working Title

Working Title Social Clinical Research Assistant

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Full Time Equivalent (FTE)

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time or Part Time Full Time

Recruitment Range

Recruitment Range $36,320 - $58,786

Anticipated Hiring Range

Anticipated Hiring Range $36,320 - $48,000

Salary Grade Equivalency

Salary Grade Equivalency NC09

Work Schedule

Work Schedule M-F

Work Hours

Work Hours 8-5

Position Location (City)

Job Category

Job Category Staff - Medical

Organizational Unit Overview

The organizational unit is the Division of Academic Affairs of the Department of Public Health at the Brody School of Medicine. Our Department of Public Health is committed to educating professionals and conducting research to improve the health of communities in our region and beyond. This mission aligns with the Brody School of Medicine mission to improve health and well-being of the region. We practice a combination of science and social approaches to reduce disease and systematically address the multiple determinants of health. Our work is rooted in strong partnerships with the community, health and social services, industry and business and academia.

The evidence-based study and practice of Public Health have never been more important as our region, state, nation, and world face significant health challenges. The mission and vision of the Department of Public Health in the Brody School of Medicine is to promote the health and well-being of communities across North Carolina and beyond through innovative education, research and service. Our five guiding principles are to provide accessible stakeholder-informed learning opportunities, conduct applied and impactful research, serve communities through collaboration, advance the health in rural populations, and develop professionals who adapt to meet current challenges. These guiding principles are the driving forces for our teaching, research and service.

Learning opportunities of the department include:

• Two online Certificate programs
• The Master of Public Health degree program with three concentrations (which can be completed online)
• Two doctoral degrees: the DrPH programs in Health Policy, Administration, and Leadership and Environmental and Occupational Health.

Public Health is collaborative in research and service and work with local, regional, state and national public health and health care agencies and works closely with and are guided by an interdisciplinary group of Community Advisory Board members who lend their expertise to
help us achieve program goals.

Job Duties

The Department of Public Health is seeking a Social Clinical Research Assistant to support ongoing research efforts. Responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Applies working knowledge of the research principles and methods of patient engagement, completes IRB work and ethical consenting, collects biometric and survey data, completes data entry, assess data quality, and supports analysis, completing defined assignments independently. Applies working knowledge of patient/respondent-specific engagement and data collection strategies to optimize the collection and preparation of data/information for a defined research area.
• Organizes searches and queries electronic health records, collects, records, and presents data/information within defined research parameters; ensures accuracy and quality control. Facilitates patient engagement and use of data collection procedures. Summarize data/information collected for investigators. Carry out collection and screening under supervision when atypical methods are used.
• Compiles and organizes data/information from different sources uploads information to a common database, and develops reports using an established format.
• Skilled in interpersonal communication to help research subjects feel at ease and interact with patients, investigators, and staff. Leads/updates exchange of research information through dialog, instruction, and demonstration. Contributes to the preparation of publications, reports, and other presentations of compiled results.

Bachelor’s degree; 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 Experience, Skills, Training/Education

• Computer proficiency and experience supporting funded faculty projects in a collaborative setting.
• Experience collaborating on team-based projects or cross-functional initiatives.
• Experience managing electronic databases and handling patient-related gift card distribution or tracking.

License or Certification required by the Department

None

Special Instructions to Applicant

• Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section.
• If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment).
• Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 06/09/2025

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.

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.

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 ADA [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.

Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at [phone] or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to [e-mail]. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST .

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