Social​/Clinical Research Specialist

Position Details

Position Title:

Social/Clinical Research Specialist – Journey

Location:

Chapel Hill, NC
Hours per week: 40
Salary Range: $55,000 – $63,096

This position serves as a Clinical Research Coordinator responsible for the operational management of multiple complex human subjects research studies within UNC Department of Psychiatry’s Center for Women’s Mood Disorders. The Coordinator is responsible for planning, organization, and conduct of multiple clinical research study protocols, including independently collecting and recording data, project administration, and communication with various stakeholders. The role supports both industry‑sponsored and non‑industry clinical trials involving psychiatric populations and requiring heightened regulatory oversight.

The Coordinator manages studies across the full research lifecycle, including feasibility assessments, start‑up preparations, IRB and regulatory submissions, ongoing study conduct, monitoring readiness, and study closeout. The Coordinator serves as a primary point of contact for operational activities, coordinating directly with sponsors, CROs, investigators, regulatory bodies, institutional partners, and research participants. Duties are performed using strong independent judgment, meticulous attention to regulatory and procedural detail, and the ability to anticipate and resolve operational challenges in a fast‑paced research environment.

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.

• Experience coordinating human subjects research studies, including interpreting study protocols, ensuring regulatory compliance, and communicating with sponsors, monitors, regulatory bodies, and study participants.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent research studies in a fast‑paced environment, with strong organizational, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Experience using electronic data capture systems (e.g., REDCap, Rave, or equivalent) and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience conducting clinical research involving mental health, behavioral health, or women’s mental health populations.
• Experience supporting the full lifecycle of complex research studies, including feasibility, start‑up, ongoing study conduct, monitoring preparation, and closeout.

Not Applicable.

Evening work occasionally, weekend work occasionally.