Clinical Trial Patient Navigator

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, United States

Updated: 7 days ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 22 Apr 2024

Posting Information
Posting Information


Department LCCC - UCRF-426805
Career Area Research Professionals
Is this an internal only recruitment? No
Posting Open Date 03/25/2024
Application Deadline 04/22/2024
Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title Soc/Clin Research Assistant - Advanced
Salary Grade Equivalent GN10
Working Title Clinical Trial Patient Navigator
Position Number 20062875
Vacancy ID P018853
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, 8am – 5pm
Work Location Chapel Hill, NC
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $52,000 - $70,000
Pay Band Information
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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
The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing 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. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service. 
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation’s leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
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 will 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 will prepare tomorrow’s health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.
Position Summary
The primary purpose of the Clinical Trial Patient Navigator (CTPN) is to help address low participation of patients of color as well as patients with low income in cancer clinical trials. The CTPN will work with the Community Outreach and Engagement Office, Clinical Protocol Office (CPO), and the North Carolina Office Patient and Family Resource Center to promote equitable cancer research participation. The CTPN will be primarily responsible for three essential tasks: identifying and connecting patients underrepresented in clinical trials with providers and clinical protocol office study coordinators, clinical trial patient education, and addressing barriers to cancer research participation. 
The oncology clinical trial navigator will develop and/or use existing resources to educate patients about cancer clinical trials. They will develop and maintain a database of resources to address logistical barriers to trial participation including transportation and linkage to hospital and community services. The navigator will screen oncology provider’ schedules for Black/African American patients receiving cancer care at the NC Cancer Hospital to identify individuals to share general information about cancer clinical trials. The navigator will also accept referrals from providers for patients with low socioeconomic status and other populations underrepresented in cancer clinical trials to facilitate education and communication about clinical trials. In addition to general education about clinical trials, the CTPN will perform a needs-based assessment for potential barriers to trial participation, and address barriers by providing assistance with transportation and lodging, referral to hospital financial counselors and social workers, and connect potential clinical trial participants to appropriate social and community resources as needed.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Previous experience with patient contact in a health care setting; excellent communication skills; ability to function independently with limited supervision; excellent command of technology, including Microsoft Office software.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Prior experience in education; data entry and data management experience.
Required Licenses/Certifications
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Position/Schedule Requirements Evening work occasionally, Overtime occasionally
Special Instructions
Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/277102

Contact Information


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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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