Research Study Coordinator

Overview

Position Title
:
Soc/Clin Research Specialist - Contributing

Department
:
Biomedical Res Imaging Ctr-426001

Career Area
:
Research Professionals

Is this an internal only recruitment?:
No

Posting Open Date
: 01/20/2026

Final date to receive applications
: 01/29/2026

Position Type
:
Permanent Staff (SHRA)

Salary Grade Equivalent
: NC13 / GN09

Working Title
:
Research Study Coordinator

Position Number
:

Vacancy : P020747

Full-time/Part-time
:
Full-Time Permanent

Hours Per Week
: 40

Work Schedule
:
Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm. Occasional evenings/weekends.

Work Location
: CHAPEL HILL, NC

Position Location
:
North Carolina, US

Hiring Range
: $45,130 - $55,000

Pay Band Information
:
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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.

The primary purpose for this position is to work directly with investigators and other research personnel to initiate and execute imaging research studies at the BRIC. This position will be the primary contact for oncology-related research endeavors at the BRIC, and will work directly with physicians, investigators, and regulatory bodies for study start up, and then directly with physicians and patients in a clinical setting for recruitment and data collection.

In addition, this position will work directly with mothers, newborn babies, families, and a variety of clinical populations to collect research data for various studies at the BRIC. Major responsibilities include: recruitment and coordination of study subjects, attendance of tumor board meetings, and communication across study teams to implement study protocols, management of study information, and data collection/entry.

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.

The employee must have knowledge and experience in the use of data, preferable medical information. Work environment will include the Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scanner room. Employee will undergo safety screening and will need to complete required safety training (including radiation worker training) to work in this environment.

This position’s work requires excellent customer service, decision-making and time management skills. Employee will need excellent judgement, concentration and focus to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

The individual should be self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision.

Being bilingual in Spanish is preferred. Experience in administering oncology-related protocols. Experience with working with oncology patients and clinical teams.

Previous experience with OnCore, EPIC, CRMS, and IRB.

Not Applicable.

Evening work occasionally, Overtime occasionally, Weekend work occasionally

This posting was approved prior to the state mandated discontinued use of “Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience”. Postings initially approved prior to 1/23/2026 will fall under previous review and selection policies.