Clinical Research Coordinator
Posting Information
Posting Information
Department
ASOD Dental Public Health-435200
Career Area
Research Professionals
Is this an internal only recruitment?
No
Posting Open Date
06/30/2026
Application Deadline
07/14/2026
Position Type
Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title
Soc/Clin Research Assistant - Journey
Salary Grade Equivalent
NC09 / GN08
Working Title
Clinical Research Coordinator
Position Number
20077115
Vacancy ID
P021163
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited
Full-Time Time-Limited
If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment
Up to 3 years
Hours per week
40
Work Schedule
Full-time (40 hours/week), Monday-Friday, generally 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Flexibility required for occasional early morning or evening participant visits and recruitment activities.
Work Location
CHAPEL HILL, NC
Position Location
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
$52,500 - $60,094
Pay Band Information
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Position Summary 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 Adams School of Dentistry Division of Pediatric and Public Health provides oral health care for individuals from infancy through adolescence, and promotes the prevention of oral disease. The Public Health discipline is a dynamic unit that offers educational programs including community rotations, a dental public health residency program, and an Oral Epidemiology PhD program.
Position Summary
This position serves as the Clinical Research Coordinator for the ADAPT clinical trial, an NIH-funded, randomized, triple-masked, placebo-controlled study investigating marine lipid precursors of specialized pro-resolving mediators in adults with chronic temporomandibular disorder (TMD)-related pain.
The Study Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day coordination and execution of study activities in accordance with the approved protocol, institutional policies, and applicable Federal regulations governing human subjects research. Primary responsibilities include coordinating participant recruitment, screening, enrollment, scheduling, and retention; supporting standardized clinical assessment procedures following training and calibration; and assisting with biospecimen collection and coordination of specimen handling and documentation in accordance with study protocols. Occasional work outside of standard business hours (including early mornings or evenings) may be required to accommodate participant scheduling and study visits.
The position is responsible for accurate study data collection, entry, and maintenance, as well as maintenance of regulatory and study documentation, including Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions such as initial applications, amendments, continuing reviews, and reportable events. The Study Coordinator ensures study activities are conducted in compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and human subjects protection requirements.
The role supports communication and coordination among investigators, clinical staff, laboratory personnel, and study participants to facilitate efficient study implementation. The position also supports study logistics, participant visit coordination, tracking systems, and administrative documentation necessary for study operations.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Management Preferences
- Experience coordinating clinical trials, human subjects research studies, or NIH-funded research projects, including participant recruitment, enrollment, retention, and study visit coordination.
- Experience supporting Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions and regulatory documentation, including amendments, continuing reviews, reportable events, and compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and human subjects research requirements. Current CITI Human Subjects Protection and GCP training, or the ability to obtain upon hire, is preferred.
- Experience utilizing research data management systems and electronic data capture platforms (e.g., REDCap) to maintain accurate study records, ensure data integrity, and support regulatory compliance.
- Experience working in an academic health center, university research environment, or healthcare setting with demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with study participants, faculty, staff, and other research stakeholders while maintaining confidentiality and exercising sound judgment when handling sensitive clinical and research information.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities with a high level of attention to detail, organization, and accuracy while meeting deadlines and supporting complex clinical research operations.
Required Licenses/Certifications
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Occasional standing, walking, and setup of materials for participant visits or recruitment activities.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Position/Schedule Requirements
Evening work occasionally, Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens, Laboratory
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