Study Coordinator

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department LCCC - Clinical Trials-426806 Career Area Research Professionals Is this an internal only recruitment? No Posting Open Date 03/02/2026 Application Deadline 05/26/2026 Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA) Position Title Soc/Clin Research Specialist - Journey Salary Grade Equivalent NC15 / GN11 Working Title Study Coordinator Position Number 00060250, 20003581, 20020242 Vacancy ID P020825 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, 8:30AM - 5:00PM

Work Location CHAPEL HILL, NC Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $63,875 - $75,100 Pay Band Information

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Position Summary Information

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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

This position plays a pivotal role in advancing cancer research and improving patient outcomes by facilitating the conduct of oncology clinical trials in compliance with federal regulations, Good Clinical Practice, and institutional policies. This position independently manages multiple complex trials throughout their life cycle, including activation, implementation, and closure, under the direction of a Clinical Operations Manager.

Key responsibilities include:

• Recruitment, consent, and enrollment of study participants
• Coordination of study visits across various clinic settings
• Documentation of procedures and visits, facilitation of sample collection, and data entry
• Collaboration with research teams to ensure regulatory compliance and patient safety

This position is integral to the mission of the UNC/LCCC Clinical Trials Office, maintaining research quality and safeguarding institutional integrity, and driving discoveries that shape the future of cancer care.

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

• Clinical Research Expertise: Candidates must have experience as a study coordinator or in oncology clinical trials, with strong preference for those familiar with Phase I-III clinical research to include investigation drugs and devices, as well as translational trial experience. Prior involvement coordinating complex studies independently is preferred.
• Regulatory and Technical Proficiency: Knowledge of ICH GCP, federal regulations, and clinical protocols is required, with a preference of SOCRA or ACRP certification. Candidates should have familiarity with medical terminology, data abstraction, and navigating medical records with high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Operational and Analytical Skills: Possess strong computer skills, the ability to manage multiple projects, and demonstrated decision-making and problem-solving capabilities. High attention to detail in data gathering and documentation or procedures is critical.
• Communication and Collaboration: Effective verbal and written communication skills are necessary, along with a customer-oriented mindset and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Work Environment Flexibility: Candidates must be able to work on-site at UNC Medical Center, UNC Chapel Hill Campus, and satellite clinics, with occasional availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays.

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

Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements Clinic - UNCH or ACC, Evening work occasionally, Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens, Exposure to Hazardous Materials, Overtime occasionally, Patient care involved, Weekend work occasionally Special Instructions Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/313784

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
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Certification/licenses

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Please select the response below that best describes your experience/education for the Social/Clinical Research Specialist position.

• Bachelor's in a discipline related to the field assigned and at least 1 year of related training or experience.

• Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate in an unrelated field and at least 5 years of related training and/or experience.

• Master's and/or Doctorate in a discipline related to the field assigned.

• Associate's in a discipline related to the field assigned and at least 3 years of related training or experience.

• Combination of post-high school education and experience to equal at least 5 years of experience related to the field assigned (ex: 1 year towards a degree and 4 years experience).

• Did not complete high school but have a combination of high school education and related experience to equal at least 9 years (ex. 3 years of high school and 6 years of experience).

• None of the above

• • Do you have knowledge of GCP and ICH Guidelines?

• Yes

• No

• • How many years of clinical research experience do you have?

• None

• 0-1 year

• 2 years

• 3+ years

• • Describe your ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Please describe your study coordinator experience and indicate if you have experience in oncology clinical trials.

(Open Ended Question)