Soc/Clin Research Specialist

Posting Information

Posting Information
Department
Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine - 412013

Career Area
Research Professionals

Posting Open Date
01/13/2026

Application Deadline
01/15/2026

Position Type
Temporary Staff (SHRA)

Position Title
Soc/Clin Research Specialist

Position Number
20074302

Vacancy ID
S026714

Full-time/Part-time
Part-Time Temporary

Hours per week
20

Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Position Location
North Carolina, US

Hiring Range
$25.00 per hour

Proposed Start Date
01/26/2026

Estimated Duration of Appointment
6 months not to exceed 11 months

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 that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

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 will serve as a Social Clinical Research Specialist within the Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Division in the Department of Pediatrics. The Social Clinical Research Specialist is responsible for the planning, organization, and conduct of multiple clinical research study protocols, including independently collecting and recording data, project administration, and communication with various stakeholders. Position reports directly to the Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Division. The primary purpose of this position is to assist investigators as a coordinator of basic to moderately complex clinical/translational research study on discovering a biomarker for the disease affecting premature infants called necrotizing enterocolitis. The Social Clinical Research Specialist may be responsible for multiple research studies simultaneously, acting as a liaison with the neonatal intensive care unit, sponsoring agencies, community and the study participants; Responsible for managing and recording all phases of study protocol as required by sponsoring agency to ensure compliance. The Social Clinical Research Specialist has direct responsibility for day-to-day activities, several pediatric research studies involving biospecimen collection and possibly clinical trials as well. Responsibilities include patient recruitment, study procedures, biospecimen handling and aliquoting the samples for storage, keeping accurate records, administration of survey/questionnaires and data collection and red cap database maintenance. The Social Clinical Research Specialist in this position will navigate responsibilities based on protocols currently underway in those in development. Other responsibilities include the initiation and maintenance of IRB and other regulatory procedures.

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.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Pediatric or adult clinical research is strongly desired but not required.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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