Soc​/Clin Research Specialist - Training and Administrative Coordinator

Soc/Clin Research Specialist
- Training and Administrative Coordinator

The Training and Administrative Coordinator will work closely with Dr. Paul Lanier, a distinguished professor at the UNC School of Social Work, on a project to build capacity and expand access to suicide prevention training for colleges and universities across North Carolina. In this role, the coordinator collaborates with program leadership and partners to plan, coordinate, and deliver educational programs that provide high-quality, accessible learning experiences.

Responsibilities include managing training schedules, registration processes, and course materials, while ensuring accurate tracking of participant enrollment, attendance, and completion. To support successful program delivery, the coordinator provides logistical oversight for both in-person and virtual trainings and facilitates communication with internal and external stakeholders. This position also serves in a registrar support capacity by overseeing registration workflows, managing shared email inquiries, and maintaining accurate participant records.

The coordinator tracks and monitors program outcomes, including enrollment, attendance, and completion data, and prepares reports to support program evaluation, continuous improvement, and grant reporting requirements. The position contributes to the overall effectiveness of the program by supporting the implementation of research-informed educational offerings aligned with workforce and community needs, helping to advance operational excellence within the continuing education portfolio.

This position is considered a time limited position of one year with the option to extend based on grant funding.

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.

Management Preferences
- Experience coordinating and supporting in-person and virtual training programs;
Proficiency managing registration systems, schedules, and participant communications;
Ability to track, analyze, and report on program data and outcomes;
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in managing records and logistics;
Ability to collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure effective program delivery.

Required Licenses/Certifications

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
- Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements

Applicants must upload a cover letter, resume, and list of 3-4 references.

Office of Human Resources Contact Information
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Please note:

The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

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.