Temporary Study Coordinator

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Elkins Hills (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Temporary Study Coordinator to support oncology clinical research within the Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center. The role focuses on recruitment, data collection, and patient follow-up under GCP guidelines, with coordination across oncology staff and investigators.

The position is part-time (20 hours/week) with a start date in October 2026, based in North Carolina.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Experience in clinical research and data management is preferred.
• Familiarity with informed consent processes and GCP guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment and data collection for oncology clinical studies.
• Administer informed consent and manage questionnaires and data entry.
• Assist with follow-up of study participants and coordination with investigators.

Skills

Data collection

Clinical research

Informed consent

Data entry

GCP knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Posting Information

• Department: LCCC - Clinical Trials - 426806
• Career Area: Research Professionals
• Posting Open Date: 09/18/2026
• Application Deadline: 09/25/2026
• Position Type: Temporary Staff (SHRA)
• Position Title: Temporary Study Coordinator
• Position Number: 20078688
• Vacancy ID: S028081
• Full-time/Part-time: Part-Time Temporary
• Hours per week: 20
• Work Schedule: Part time during core hours Monday - Friday, between 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
• Position Location: North Carolina, US
• Hiring Range: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
• Proposed Start Date: 10/05/2026
• Estimated Duration of Appointment: 6 months or longer

Position 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 that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

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

Responsible for recruitment, data collection, and patient follow-up for the coordination of oncology clinical research studies within the Office of Clinical Research at the Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center within an assigned disease group. The Clinical Research Assistant will collaborate with oncology staff, Principal Investigators and unit colleagues to meet recruitment goals and facilitate compliant research procedures per GCP guidelines. Responsible for administering informed consent, questionnaires, coordinating biospecimen collection, accurately collecting and entering data into databases, and assisting with other administrative duties as needed.

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 in clinical research field
• Skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel & PowerPoint
• Working experience with obtaining informed consent and enrolling subjects into protocols
• Experience entering and managing data sets
• Experience with medical chart review or direct patient contact in the inpatient hospital setting

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Quick Link

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Posting 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.