Research Coordinator

DepartmentSOM Clinical Research Alliance-425701Career AreaResearch ProfessionalsIs this an internal only recruitment?:NoPosting Open Date04/20/2026Application Deadline04/24/2026Position TypePermanent Staff (SHRA)Position TitleSoc/Clin Research Specialist - JourneySalary Grade EquivalentNC15 / GN11Working TitleResearch CoordinatorPosition Number20073760Vacancy IDP020962Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-LimitedFull-Time Time-LimitedIf Time-limited, Estimated Duration Of Appointment1 yearHours Per Week40Work ScheduleMon-Fri:8am-5pmHybrid schedule- Work from home- Monday and Friday and work from office- Tuesday, Wednesday, and ThursdayWork Location:CHAPEL HILL, NCPosition Location:North Carolina, USHiring Range$63,000 - $78,000Pay Band InformationTo learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.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 UnitOur 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 SummaryTHIS IS A TIME-LIMITED POSITION WITH AN ESTIMATED DURATION OF 1 YEAR. The Research Coordinator will serve to manage projects for large multi-institutional clinical trials. Responsibilities include cohesive efforts in planning, organizing, implementing, and managing study processes. This position will oversee day-to-day operations and coordination of projects, including facilitating meetings, coordinating study start-up activities, and tracking program progress. This position must be adaptive in nature, requiring a broad skill set and the ability to quickly address operational opportunities and weaknesses which may require interacting with multiple state and federal entities. In addition, this position ensures timely updates and formatting consistency to relevant reports and websites; compliance for quality assurance to include identifying, tracking, and reporting any barriers to hinder a successful outcome; deliverables for project protocols across various participating sites, vendors, and institutions are met; and all research is in adherence with the FDA Code of Federal Regulations, ‘Good Clinical Practices’, and IRB regulations for the protection of human subjects. Communication is critical as this position will manage communication with various levels of stakeholders to ensure accuracy and conclusiveness. This position will also work closely with senior leadership to determine necessary implementation and streamlined processes for expansion and operations.Minimum Education And Experience RequirementsBachelor’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 PreferencesBroad knowledge of clinical trial operations, FDA regulations with the ability to evaluate, prioritize and triage emergent and timely issues with little or no oversight. Experience with UNC administrative systems and platforms that support clinical research. Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA) or Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) certification. Bilingual (English, Spanish)Campus Security Authority ResponsibilitiesNot Applicable.Position/Schedule RequirementsEvening work occasionally, Overtime occasionally