Soc/Clin Research Assistant

University of North Carolina, United States

Updated: almost 2 years ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 27 Apr 2022

Posting Information
Posting Information


Department Sheps Ctr for Hlth Serv Res-633100
Career Area Research Professionals
Is this an internal only recruitment? No
Posting Open Date 04/21/2022
Application Deadline 04/27/2022
Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title Soc/Clin Research Assistant - Advanced
Salary Grade Equivalent GN10
Working Title Soc/Clin Research Assistant
Position Number 20044850
Vacancy ID P014970
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Time-Limited
If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment 3 years
Hours per week 40
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday
8:00am – 5:00pm
Work Location Chapel Hill, NC
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $45,000 - $50,000
Pay Band Information
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Position Summary Information


Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Cecil G. Sheps Center for Health Services Research seeks to improve the health of individuals, families, and populations by understanding the problems, issues, and alternatives in the design and delivery of health care services. This is accomplished through an interdisciplinary program of research, consultation, technical assistance, and training that focuses on timely and policy-relevant questions concerning the accessibility, adequacy, organization, cost, and effectiveness of health care services, and the dissemination of this information to policymakers and the general public.
Position Summary
This position is for a Clinical Research Coordinator within the Program on Aging, Disability, and Long-Term Care at The Cecil G. Sheps Center for Health Services Research at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
The Clinical Research Coordinator will work on the Pragmatic Evaluation of Events and Benefits of Lipid-Lowering in Older Adults (PREVENTABLE) clinical trial as the primary project coordinator. The purpose of this position is to recruit, gather, edit, analyze, and report data for the PREVENTABLE trial. The ideal candidate will have full knowledge of research principles and methods to coordinate the collection and analysis of information, and be able to modify/adapt protocols as needed.
In particular, this position involves:
- Designing recruitment tracking and data collection processes
- Reporting (including the preparation of data/information for analyses)
- Communicating with external partner sites, and creating reports for external partners
- Serving as the point person for IRB communication, including submitting renewals, modifications, and other paperwork as needed
- Serving as the point person for project related internal and external paperwork
- Managing study drug ordering and renewal
- Overseeing of lab sample collection, preparation, and shipment
- Conducting participant recruitment, screening, and eligibility verification
- Gathering informed consent
- Obtaining study measurements and data
- Managing study drug ordering and renewal
It will also include working as a Hub Coordinator for other PREVENTABLE sites. This involves:
- Representing the UNC site
- Providing supervision, expertise, and advice on operationalizing the project to other sites in the HUB
- Arranging external meetings with your HUB
The Clinical Research Coordinator will lead and manage these efforts, and all other tasks needed, for the PREVENTABLE project
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
The candidate must have strong written and verbal communication skills, flexibility, and excellent interpersonal skills. Excellent organizational skills, keen attention to detail and self-review of work for accuracy and completeness is required. The candidate must have some knowledge of medical terminology and be able to screen participants for eligibility. The candidate must be able to report and enter this information in databases according to protocol and timeline. The candidate must be an effective listener and communicator, and must be able to partner closely with a variety of clinical staff.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Relevant training and experience include a bachelor’s degree or higher with a concentration in the premedical sciences or public health, and experience coordinating clinical research. One to five years relevant research experience, experience coordinating clinical trials or in project management, and experience with REDCap and EPIC. Experience working with health care staff and older adults is also desirable. Trained phlebotomist is also preferred.
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/227835

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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