Pediatric Program Coordinator (Part-Time)

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department Peds-Pulmonology-412014 Career Area Research Professionals Is this an internal only recruitment? No Posting Open Date 08/03/2026 Application Deadline 08/17/2026 Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA) Position Title Admin Support Specialist - Journey Salary Grade Equivalent NC09 / GN06 Working Title Pediatric Program Coordinator (Part-Time) Position Number 20077691 Vacancy ID P021248 Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Part-Time Permanent If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment Hours per week 20 Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 20 hours per week

Work Location CHAPEL HILL, NC Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $20,030 - $25,415 (prorated for 0.5 FTE / 20 hours per week) Pay Band Information

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Notice to Applicants

This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship.

Position Summary Information

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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

The Department of Pediatric Pulmonology is seeking a Program Coordinator to support the Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD) Interdisciplinary Care and Outreach Program; a multidisciplinary initiative focused on improving care for infants and children with BPD across North Carolina. This role is primarily focused on project management, ensuring that program activities, timelines, communication channels, and collaborating sites function smoothly across inpatient, outpatient, and multicenter settings. This is a 0.5 FTE position, 20 hours per week.

The Program Coordinator will coordinate multidisciplinary team meetings, manage program operations and timelines, facilitate communication among clinical teams and external partners, support outreach and educational activities, assist with implementation of new program initiatives, and oversee collection and reporting of program metrics. The position will also support development and maintenance of the BPD patient registry, assist with regulatory and reporting requirements, coordinate patient tracking and follow-up workflows, and support grant-funded program activities. Additional responsibilities include website and educational resource development, preparation of program reports, stakeholder engagement, and other activities that advance the mission and growth of the UNC Children's BPD Program.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency and one year of related office experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Management Preferences

• Clinical research experience preferred.
• Prior program management experience, including planning, implementation, budgeting, and evaluation.
• Ability to interact diplomatically and professionally with administration, faculty, clinical personnel, and patients.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to effectively articulate the mission of BPD program through his/her work, and in front of large groups of people from various backgrounds.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and other computer related programs.

Required Licenses/Certifications Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements Special Instructions Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/323271

Contact Information

Office of Human Resources Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

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.

Applicant Documents

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 for the Administrative Support Specialist position.

• High school diploma/GED and at least one year of office support experience

• Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in any field

• Combination of post high school education and/or experience in office support to equal at least 1 year

• Did not complete high school but have a combination of high school education and office support experience to equal 5 years (ex. 1 year of high school and 4 years experience)

• None of the above

• • Have you had any experience working with sensitive populations? Please elaborate.

(Open Ended Question)

• • What experience do you have in being a part of a multidisciplinary team?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Do you have excellent communication skills to communicate professionally with study subjects, families, and study collaborators and project staff?

• Yes

• No

• • Does your experience provide familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and other related programs?

(Open Ended Question)