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
08/24/2026


Application Deadline
08/31/2026


Position Type
Permanent Staff (SHRA)


Position Title
Soc/Clin Research Specialist - Journey


Salary Grade Equivalent
NC15 / GN11


Working Title
Clinical Research Coordinator


Position Number
20037596, 20051269


Vacancy ID
P021310


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, 8:00am - 5:00pm, with some nights and weekends as needed.

Work Location
CHAPEL HILL, NC


Position Location
North Carolina, US


Hiring Range
$55,000 - $70,000


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 a Clinical Research Coordinator within the Children's Research Institute with the Department of Pediatrics. The Clinical Research Coordinator is responsible for the planning, organization, and conduct of multiple clinical research study protocols, including independently collecting and recording data, project administration, and communication with various stakeholders.

The role supports research on childhood diseases and disorders across the Department and University, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to advance the health of children in NC and beyond. Research efforts involving pediatric populations are supported by the CRI Pediatric Clinical Research Unit (PedsCRU), which provides infrastructure such as program management, regulatory support, data management, sample processing, training, and space for study visits.

The primary purpose of this position is to coordinate and manage multiple clinical trials, ensuring pediatric researchers have the resources needed to conduct studies. The Study Coordinator oversees day-to-day activities of several pediatric clinical trials involving both drugs and medical devices. Responsibilities include patient recruitment, study procedures, survey administration, and data collection and maintenance. The person in this position with navigate responsibilities based on protocols currently underway and those in development. Other responsibilities include the initiation and maintenance of IRB and other regulatory procedures.

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

• Recent pediatric clinical research experience, including the ability to build rapport with children and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience coordinating multi-center and/or industry-sponsored clinical trials, including study start-up, participant recruitment, study conduct, data collection, monitoring visits, and study closeout.
• Working knowledge of ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP), FDA regulations, and IRB requirements, with experience navigating UNC IRB processes preferred.
• Proficiency with clinical research and electronic systems, including Epic, OnCore, and Veeva (or comparable clinical trial management and electronic health record systems).
• Demonstrated competency performing protocol-required clinical research procedures; examples to include but are not limited to: specimen collection and processing (e.g., aliquoting), EKG, spirometry, FeNO testing, and other study-specific assessments as required by specific protocols.

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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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.