Study Coordinator

Department:LCCC - Clinical Trials-426806Career Area:Research ProfessionalsIs this an internal only recruitment?:NoPosting Open Date :12/08/2025Application Deadline:01/22/2026Position Type:Permanent Staff (SHRA)Position Title:Soc/Clin Research Specialist - JourneySalary Grade Equivalent:NC15 / GN11Working Title:Study CoordinatorPosition Number:20011692, 20016341Vacancy ID:P020680Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited:Full-Time PermanentHours per week:40Work Schedule:Monday – Friday, 8:30AM – 5:00PMWork Location:CHAPEL HILL, NCPosition Location:North Carolina, USHiring Range:$63,875 - $75,100Pay Band Information:To 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 Unit: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 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 Summary:This position plays a pivotal role in advancing cancer research and improving patient outcomes by facilitating the conduct of oncology clinical trials in compliance with federal regulations, Good Clinical Practice, and institutional policies. This position independently manages multiple complex trials throughout their life cycle, including activation, implementation, and closure, under the direction of a Clinical Operations Manager.Key responsibilities include:* Recruitment, consent, and enrollment of study participants* Coordination of study visits across various clinic settings* Documentation of procedures and visits, facilitation of sample collection, and data entry* Collaboration with research teams to ensure regulatory compliance and patient safetyThis position is integral to the mission of the UNC/LCCC Clinical Trials Office, maintaining research quality and safeguarding institutional integrity, and driving discoveries that shape the future of cancer care.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:* Knowledge of ICH GCP, Federal Regulations and Guidelines and ability to follow established regulations, procedures, and protocols* Strong computer skills* Ability to gather data and document proceduresHigh level of accuracy and attention to detail,* Ability to plan work and coordinate multiple projects* Possess strong decision making and problem-solving skills* Customer oriented and ability to work in a team environment* Ability to communicate effectively and professionally verbally and in writing.* Requires study coordinator experience or experience in oncology clinical trialsAbility to work on site at UNC Medical Center, UNC Chapel Hill Campus, and any satellite clinic site where trials are conducted.Ability to work on evenings, weekends and/or holidays occasionally required.Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:Previous experience with therapeutic clinical research involving drugs and/or devicesExperience with direct patient contact in the hospital/clinic settingSOCRA/ACRP CertificationExperience in Phase I, II, and III clinical research.Experience or familiarity with medical terminology, navigation of medical records and data abstractionPrior experience with translational science research projectsDemonstrated ability to operate at a high degree of independenceDemonstrated ability to coordinate studies of high complexityCampus Security Authority Responsibilities:Not Applicable.Position/Schedule Requirements:Clinic – UNCH or ACC, Evening work occasionally, Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens, Exposure to Hazardous Materials, Laboratory, Overtime occasionally, Patient care involved, Weekend work occasionally