UTS- Temporary Clinical Research Coordinator at UNC Chapel Hill

UTS
- Temporary Clinical Research Coordinator at UNC Chapel Hill

The UNC Institute for Trauma Recovery within the Department of Psychiatry seeks to advance understanding of trauma recovery and develop interventions that improve recovery. The foundation of our past and current success is our fantastic team of faculty and staff. Our team believes that achieving new discoveries for trauma survivors around the globe, via the conduct of observational studies and randomized controlled trials, is an extremely meaningful and satisfying way to spend one's professional life.

We work to place the trauma survivor at the center of all of our decisions and to serve them through our work. We continuously work to create a community where our team members serve trauma survivors and actualize their career growth and individual leadership potential.

The Clinical Research Coordinator will support the Institute's Better Tomorrow Network (BTN), the first research network in the world dedicated to improving treatments and care for survivors of sexual assault. The mission of the Better Tomorrow Network is to remove barriers to the conduct of high-quality, large-scale research studies that improve the lives of sexual assault survivors. The Network brings together leading sexual assault treatment centers, researchers, community stakeholders, and survivors into a survivor-centered collaborative focused on advancing prevention, early intervention, treatment, and systems-level improvements in care and outcomes for survivors.

This position will play an important role in supporting multi-site clinical research studies conducted through the Better Tomorrow Network. The Clinical Research Coordinator will assist with study operations, participant recruitment and retention efforts, regulatory and study documentation, data collection and quality assurance activities, and coordination with collaborating clinical sites and research partners. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, professionalism, and the ability to work effectively with diverse populations and interdisciplinary teams in a fast-paced research environment focused on trauma-informed care and survivor-centered research practices.

The Clinical Research Coordinator is responsible for the planning, organization, and conduct of multiple clinical research study protocols, including independently collecting and recording data, project administration, and communication with various stakeholders.

Position Type
- Temporary

Is Time Limited
- Yes

If Yes, Appointment Length - 10 months

Job City & State
- Chapel Hill, NC

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule
- Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, (hybrid)

Minimum Experience/Education
- 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. Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in human subjects research, clinical research, or related research

Department Required Skills
- Academic research experience, including data collection, documentation, and regulatory compliance support. Ability to clearly, concisely, professionally, and effectively communicate verbally and in writing with staff, faculty, research participants, external partners, and individuals across organizations. Strong organizational and project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple research studies, timelines, and priorities simultaneously. Strong professionalism, emotional maturity, and the ability to maintain composure in sensitive and high-stress environments are required.

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to all human subjects research protections and ethical standards is essential.

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range - $31.25 an hour

Job Open Date - 07/30/2026

EEO - NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact  to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.