Senior Clinical Research Coordinator

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, United States

Updated: 2 months ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 25 Feb 2024

Posting Information
Posting Information


Department OBGYN-MFM-412440
Career Area Research Professionals
Posting Open Date 02/05/2024
Application Deadline 02/25/2024
Open Until Filled No
Position Type Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title Senior Clinical Research Coordinator
Appointment Type EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number 20062014
Vacancy ID NF0007783
Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Permanent
FTE 1
Hours per week 40
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $60,000 - $80,000
Proposed Start Date 04/01/2024

Position 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 Senior Clinical Research Coordinator is responsible for the planning, organization, conduct, and evaluation of multi-faceted clinical research protocols, including study execution, developing strategies and solutions to improve study processes and execution, providing reviews of other team members’ work product, and serving as mentor and subject matter expert.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity, will accept a relevant Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution. May require terminal degree and licensure.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
* Strong written and verbal communication skills. 
* Must be able to work and communicate with various populations effectively and professionally. 
* Ability to work independently as well as function as part of a team. 
* Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
* Ability to set priorities and effectively meet timelines.
* Demonstrates basic presentation skills at Investigator or team meetings.
* Good judgment, professionalism and independence are needed in interfacing with staff, Project Leaders, study coordinators, and investigators
* Technical Competency – displays in-depth knowledge of clinical study procedures and maintains an awareness of environment as it affects clinical research
* Must exercise good judgment to maintain confidentiality and ensure integrity of data.
* Must work effectively in a team environment and be flexible to contribute to the needs of the group
* Proficiency in career skills, including strong medical writing and critical evaluation of scientific literature.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
* Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Public Health, Epidemiology, Nursing) preferred.
* Experience in clinical research coordination, preferably in women’s health or diabetes research.
* Data management (ability to manipulate data collection databases, specifically Redcap)
* Knowledgeable in patient centered outcomes research methodologies.
* Proficient in statistical analysis software (e.g., SPSS, SAS).
* Previous experience in grant writing and securing research funding.
* Knowledge of ethical standards and regulations governing clinical research.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.
Special Instructions
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Posting Contact Information


Department Contact Name and Title Laura Bartholomew, HR Consultant
Department Contact Telephone or Email [email protected]
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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, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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