Senior Clinical Research Coordinator

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, United States

Updated: 1 day ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 30 Apr 2024

Posting Information
Posting Information


Department Neurosurgery - Admin-414201
Career Area Research Professionals
Posting Open Date 04/16/2024
Application Deadline 04/30/2024
Open Until Filled No
Position Type Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title Senior Clinical Research Coordinator
Appointment Type EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number 20050844
Vacancy ID NF0008052
Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Permanent
FTE 1
Hours per week 40
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $70,000 - $86,000
Proposed Start Date 05/06/2024

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
This position will serve as a Senior Clinical Research Coordinator within the Department of Neurosurgery. 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. Collaborate with department finance director and OnCore affiliates to ensure timely sponsor invoicing and payments, along with trial patient compensation.
The position will perform the following duties: 
  • Oversee and facilitate coordination of projects and initiatives within Neurosurgery and between Neurosurgery and other SOM partners. 
  • Coordinate activities and assure compliance related to University guidelines such as IRB, HIPAA, COI, and data security policies. 
  • Process multiple projects, follow timelines and research protocols.


This position requires a high level of motivation and independence, and requires the ability to interact effectively with diverse community members and researchers. Experience with following research protocols and training modules. Experience with multiple sponsored research/projects.
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.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to work and communicate with diverse populations effectively and professionally. Ability to work independently as well as function as part of a team. Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word. Basic working knowledge of research in the area of assignment, retrieval of data/information, working within established deadlines, and working with a project of limited scope and complexity.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Preferred candidate has experience with methods and Good Clinical Practice used in data collection, patient facing enrollment and consent, intervention dissemination, data entry in sponsor EDC platforms, screening for patient enrollment in EPIC, and database storage and management.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.
Special Instructions
Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/278395

Posting Contact Information


Department Contact Name and Title Katrina Mounlavongsy, HR Consultant
Department Contact Telephone or Email [email protected]
Office of Human Resources 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, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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