Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator

Position Summary This position will serve as a Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator within the Department of Pediatrics, Division of Neonatal‑Perinatal Medicine. The Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator is responsible for independently providing specialized nursing services for various clinical research protocols. They are responsible for providing guidance and assistance to study teams in both clinical and non‑clinical areas of research, including participant visits, data quality, and others. The Division of Neonatal‑Perinatal Medicine is committed to improving the health status of infants. The department participates in the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development Neonatal Research Network (NRN) as well as other NIH‑ and industry‑funded clinical trials. The primary purpose of this position is to help recruit patients, abstract data from the clinical chart, and enter data onto case report forms (paper or electronic) for clinical trials (e.g., NRN, other NIH, industry). For NRN trials, the nurse consultant will communicate with the Data Coordinating Center to help resolve data queries. Multiple trials are underway simultaneously and will be conducted at the UNC Newborn Critical Care Center. This position is responsible for following all federal guidelines for data collection, development and submission of reports, and meeting established deadlines. It also involves speaking with patients in a medical setting and conducting laboratory processing (centrifuging, aliquoting, shipping). 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. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina and two years of experience in the area of specialization. Management Preferences Excellent decision‑making, interpretation, and time‑management skills. Excellent judgment, concentration, and attention to detail. Self‑direction and ability to work with minimal supervision. Position/Schedule Requirements Evening work occasionally, exposure to bloodborne pathogens, patient care involved, weekend work occasionally. 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 Optional Documents Cover Letter List of References Posting Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*) * Please select the response below that best describes your experience/education/licensure for the Nurse Consultant position. Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina and 2 years of experience in the area of specialization. Eligible to apply for approval to practice in the state of NC as a Registered Nurse and have 2 years of experience in the area of specialization. None of the above. * Describe how your current/past clinical experience has prepared you or will help you as a research nurse consultant. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience working with neonatal or high‑risk pediatric populations. (Open Ended Question) #J-18808-Ljbffr University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill