Social/Clinical Research Specialist

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Elkins Hills (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Social/Clinical Research Specialist to support obstetrics and gynecology research within the Maternal Fetal Medicine division. The role focuses on coordinating participant management and data collection for complex clinical protocols in a busy clinical setting.

You will liaise with study staff, participants and clinical teams, plan recruitment strategies, and help integrate research activities into patient care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and one year of related training or experience.
• All degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and evaluate clinical research participant management and data collection for complex protocols.
• Coordinate liaison between study staff, participants and clinical providers.
• Facilitate integration of research activities into the clinical care environment.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to the field assigned

Job description

Posting Information

Department: OBGYN-MFM-412440

Career Area: Research Professionals

Is this an internal only recruitment?: No

Posting Open Date: 10/12/2026

Application Deadline: 10/19/2026

Position Type: Permanent Staff (SHRA)

Position Title: Soc/Clin Research Specialist - Journey

Salary Grade Equivalent: NC15 / GN11

Working Title: Social/Clinical Research Specialist

Position Number: 20054778

Vacancy ID: P021449

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

If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment: 1 Year

Hours per week: 40

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00 pm (occasional weekends, if needed)

Work Location: CHAPEL HILL, NC

Position Location: North Carolina, US

Hiring Range: $52,000 - $55,000

Pay Band Information: To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.

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

Position Summary Information

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

This position will serve as a Senior Clinical Research Participant Coordinator within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine. The Senior Clinical Research Participant Coordinator has a full knowledge of research and is responsible for independently planning, organizing, and evaluating clinical research participant management and data collection for a variety of complex clinical research protocols, including leading efforts in evaluating and modifying data collection and recruitment methods, liaising between study staff, participants, and clinical staff, and data collection. The Senior Clinical Research Participant Coordinator facilitates the integration of research activities into the clinical care environment, conveying information to a variety of individuals and groups while instructing and educating clinical staff and providers.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

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.

Management Preferences

Experience working specifically with obstetric patients or within the UNC system is preferred.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Quick Link

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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.