Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator

Posting Information

Posting Information
Department
Peds-Children's Research Inst-412019

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 - Journey

Salary Grade Equivalent
NC09 / GN08

Working Title
Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator

Position Number
20067924

Vacancy ID
P021397

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

If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment

Hours per week
40

Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Evenings/weekends as needed.

Work Location
CHAPEL HILL, NC

Position Location
North Carolina, US

Hiring Range
$45,000 - $55,000

Pay Band Information
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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


Flexible work arrangements, including virtual/hybrid work locations, are an integral part of the School of Medicine's Working Forward initiative. As such, this position's work location is designated as hybrid. Please note that the designated work location is subject to change based on the unit's business needs.

This position will serve as an Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator within the Children's Research Institute. The Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator assists with the execution of study protocols, including screening and recruiting study participants, conducting study visits, and collecting, entering, and reviewing study data.

The position involves organization, detail-orientation, and flexibility, and managing competing priorities. The position will perform clinical research work experience in an academic health care setting using general office computer systems and programs, and work independently with limited guidance.

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 pediatric or adult clinical research.
• Recent, direct experience with clinical trials (including experience with UNC IRB process, FDA regulatory requirements, ICH GCP guidelines, and EPIC).
• Experience in execution of clinical trials in various stages, including study startup, recruitment, study management, data collection, and closeout.
• Experience with competitive enrollment studies.
• Experience with children in a clinical setting, including building rapport with families of diverse backgrounds.

Required Licenses/Certifications

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements
Evening work occasionally, Weekend work occasionally

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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.