Soc/Clin Research Assistant

Position Summary:

The UNC Blood Research Center Clinical Research Program is seeking a full-time temporary Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator to support and execute clinical research activities across a portfolio of active studies in benign hematology, including industry-sponsored trials and investigator-initiated research.

This role is designed as a short-term position to provide immediate operational support for studies that have completed startup and are in active execution. The individual in this role will take primary responsibility for coordinating and executing day-to-day study activities for assigned protocols, with oversight and consultation from Associate Clinical Research Coordinators and the Clinical Research Program Manager.

In parallel, this role will contribute to study startup activities as assigned, supporting Associate Coordinators in regulatory, operational, and site readiness efforts.

This position operates within a structured team-based model that emphasizes clear delegation, accountability, and high-quality, reproducible research operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Study Execution (Primary Responsibility)

• Independently coordinate and execute day-to-day activities for assigned clinical research studies in enrollment and follow-up phases
• Manage study workflows including visit coordination, documentation, participant tracking, and follow-up activities
• Serve as a primary operational point of contact for assigned studies, escalating issues as appropriate
• Ensure protocol adherence and maintain high standards for data quality and documentation

Participant-Facing Activities

• Lead participant recruitment, screening, and enrollment activities
• Coordinate and support study visits, including preparation, documentation, and follow-up
• Maintain communication with participants and clinical teams

Data and Regulatory Management

• Perform accurate and timely data entry in clinical trial systems (e.g., OnCore) and sponsor platforms
• Maintain regulatory documentation in electronic systems (e.g., Veeva SiteVault)
• Support monitoring visits, query resolution, and audit readiness

Study Startup Support (Secondary Responsibility)

• Support Associate Clinical Research Coordinators with regulatory document preparation, IRB submissions, and operational planning
• Assist in development of study workflows and site readiness activities

Operational and Team Integration

• Execute standardized workflows for study tracking and reporting
• Support end-of-month updates and internal reporting processes
• Work within a structured delegation model alongside Associate Coordinators and student interns

Schedule, Hours, and Duration Expectations

• Weekly Hours: 32 – 40 hours per week, depending on programmatic needs
• Work Structure: Hybrid
  In-person Monday-Wednesday (6340 Quadrangle Drive and/or UNC Chapel Hill clinical sites)
  Thursday-Friday: remote or in-person based on study needs
• Duration:
  Temporary role (up to 11 months per UNC guidelines)
  Anticipated duration: 1-3 months, serving as a bridge while a full-time Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator position is approved and posted
• Future Opportunities:
  Candidates may apply for the full-time Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator position once posted
  Selection will follow a competitive hiring process with no guarantee of transition

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:

• Prior clinical research or healthcare experience
• Strong organizational and task management skills
• Ability to operate independently within defined workflows while maintaining alignment with team oversight
• Able to work and communicate with diverse populations effectively and professionally
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite