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Soc/Clin Research Specialist

Employer
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Location
Chapel Hill, NC

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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

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Position TypePermanent Staff (SHRA)Is this an internal only recruitment?NoPosition TitleSoc/Clin Research Specialist - ContributingWorking TitleSoc/Clin Research SpecialistPosition Number20032991Vacancy IDP010361Budgeted Hiring Range$45,130 - $55,160Pay Band Information

To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.

Salary Grade Equivalent68/GN09Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-LimitedFull-Time PermanentIf time-limited, estimated duration of appointmentHours per week40Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Department Name and NumberDermatology-Research-412620Date First Posted07/02/2019Closing Date07/16/2019Position LocationChapel Hill, NCPosition Posting CategoryResearch Professionals Position Summary Information

Department Description

The mission of the UNC-CH Department of Dermatology is fourfold: to conduct clinical, pedagogical, research, and community service activities that benefit the populations of the local University and Triangle communities, state, region, and nation. The Department also functions as an integral unit of the UNC-CH School of Medicine and an active partner in the UNC Health Care System (HCS) in its patient care, teaching, research and administration, as these activities concern diseases of the skin.

The Department of Dermatology has active clinical and bench research programs to advance the body of knowledge of dermatological care and integration with other specialties. One aspect of this is the Clinical Trials Unit. The direction of the UNC Dermatology Clinical Trials Unit is set by the Director of the Dermatology Clinical Trials Unit, currently Dr. Aida Lugo-Somolinos. This unit also employs two permanent, full-time staff members – one EHRA-NF Research Associate and the other a SHRA Social/Clinical Research Specialist-Journey.

The Clinical Trials Unit promotes industry-sponsored and investigator-initiated clinical research. The Dermatology Clinical Trials Unit has the unique opportunity to cater to the Spanish speaking population and looks to engage in clinical research projects that evaluate dermatological conditions prevalent in Hispanic patients.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

Position Description

The primary purpose of this position is to coordinate the various clinical studies conducted within the Clinical Trials Unit of the Dermatology Department. This position will report directly to the manager and be responsible for the day-to-day operation of several major research projects. The coordinator will coordinate, at any given time, numerous treatment trials involving new medications and/or devices for a variety of disorders/diseases. Duties will include subject recruitment, study patient management, data management, assisting with completion of IRB applications, and supply ordering and maintenance.

This position will interface with various University departments, pharmaceutical companies, research organizations, and federal agencies. This individual will be responsible for a broad range of duties that require considerable independence related to coordinating industry-sponsored clinical trials and some NIH funded or investigator-initiated clinical research.

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.

Essential Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

At least 1 year of clinical trials experience required, including specimen processing and shipment. Strong computer skills in word processing and Excel required, as well as experience with data entry. Must work autonomously as well as in groups, as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates with at least 2 years of appropriate clinical trials experience with specimen processing are strongly preferred. Phlebotomy experience and Spanish language skills are also strongly preferred.

Required Licenses/Certifications Special Physical and Mental RequirementsPosition/Schedule RequirementsLaboratory, Overtime occasionally, Patient care involvedPosition AttributesStimulus/ARRA FundedNoQuick Linkhttp://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/165340 Contact Information

Office of Human Resources Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

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

Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents
  1. Curriculum Vitae / Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter
Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Please select the response below that best describes your experience/education for the Social/Clinical Research Specialist position.
    • Bachelor's in a discipline related to the field assigned and at least 1 year of related training or experience.
    • Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate in an unrelated field and at least 5 years of related training and/or experience.
    • Master's and/or Doctorate in a discipline related to the field assigned.
    • Associate's in a discipline related to the field assigned and at least 3 years of related training or experience.
    • Combination of post-high school education and experience to equal at least 5 years of experience related to the field assigned (ex: 1 year towards a degree and 4 years experience).
    • Did not complete high school but have a combination of high school education and related experience to equal at least 9 years (ex. 3 years of high school and 6 years of experience).
    • None of the above
  2. * Please describe your experience processing and shipping of research specimens.

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. * Briefly describe your experience with data entry.

    (Open Ended Question)

  4. * Describe how you work well autonomously, as well as part of a team. Please give examples.

    (Open Ended Question)

  5. * How many years of experience do you have working on clinical trials?
    • 1 - 3
    • 3 - 5
    • 5 - 10
  6. * Please describe your experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel (i.e. examples of how you have used them).

    (Open Ended Question)

  7. * Please describe your Spanish-proficiency level and experiences with communicating and/or writing in Spanish.

    (Open Ended Question)

  8. * Briefly describe your phlebotomy experience.

    (Open Ended Question)

Organization

The nation’s first public university is at the heart of what’s next, preparing a diverse student body to become creators, explorers, innovators and leaders in North Carolina and throughout the world. Carolina’s nationally recognized, innovative teaching, campus-wide spirit of inquiry and dedication to public service continue the legacy that began in 1795 when the University first opened its doors to students.

Here, in one of America's most beautiful college settings, we offer exceptional careers in richly diverse fields. Come explore what UNC-Chapel Hill has to offer you.


Undergraduate Enrollment: 19,117

Graduate/Professional Enrollment: 10,894

Total Student Enrollment: 30,011

Founded: 1789, as the first state university in the United States

Type of Institution: Public, four-year

Undergraduate Admission: 15,961

Graduate/Professional Enrollment: 10,039

Total Student Enrollment: 26,000

Faculty: 3,000

Percentage of faculty who hold Ph.D.s or the highest degrees in their field: 94 percent

Faculty/student ratio: 1/14

Location: UNC is located in the heart of Chapel Hill, the best college town in America! It's a friendly town of about 40,000 in the geographical center of North Carolina. Chapel Hill is at the western point of the Research Triangle, an area of about one million people, comprised of Chapel Hill, the cities of Durham and Raleigh, and the Research Triangle Park, home of many corporate offices and scientific research centers. Carolina is about 30 miles from the state capital, Raleigh, and 20 minutes from Raleigh-Durham International Airport.

Chapel Hill's main street, Franklin Street, borders the campus and offers shops, coffee houses, cafés, movie theaters and houses of worship. The town has a historic district, museum, library, parks, malls, and many recreational facilities.

Origins of Carolina's students: 82 percent of UNC's freshmen are from North Carolina and 18 percent are from out-of-state. Our students come from 42 different states and our international students represent 37 countries.

Size of freshman class: Approximately 3,400

Class size: Barely five percent of undergraduate classes contain more than 100 students; two-thirds of undergraduate classes have fewer than 30 students. Forty-one percent have fewer than 20 students, including First Year Seminars, in which first-year students work closely with professors.

Sports and athletic programs: UNC is an NCAA Division I school with 28 varsity teams. Carolina is the proud home of the Dean Smith Center, Kenan Stadium, Carmichael Auditorium, Koury Natatorium, and many other fine athletic facilities. Students join more than 60 intramural and club sports, which include baseball, bowling, crew, golf, lacrosse, rock climbing, rugby, tae kwon do, and ultimate frisbee. The Student Recreation Center offers weight training, aerobics, stair machines, and all the equipment you would expect to find at a great health club! Carolina offers a newly renovated outdoor pool and indoor pools, a golf course, tennis courts, and the longest zipline in America!

Number of residence halls: Incoming undergraduates will live in one of Carolina's 29 residence halls, which are wired for Internet access and cable television. housing.unc.edu

Scholarships and financial aid: About 40 percent of UNC-Chapel Hill students receive scholarships and/or some form of financial aid. studentaid.unc.edu

Special research institutes: Institute for Research in Social Science, Institute of Outdoor Drama, Morehead Planetarium, Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise, Institute of Government, Institute of African American Research.

Career services: On-campus counseling, job fairs, résumé writing service, internships, placement services. www.unc.edu/depts/career

Technological facilities: Students find multiple uses for Carolina's state-of-the-art technological resources. They can access Carolina's computer services through Academic Technology and Networks, which manages academic computing, e-mail, microcomputing labs, interactive media presentation, video and classroom support, and a help desk. The MetaLab oversees the development of SunSITE, one of the world's busiest digital library and electronic publishing projects.

Students may open e-mail accounts, and many use campus computer resources to construct personal Web pages. Students in residence halls have hardwired network connections to the Internet and cable television in their rooms. At the ATN Training center, students may take classes on software packages and utilities. Computer labs are available for student use all over campus.

Carolina Computing Initiative: Beginning with the freshman class of 2000, undergraduates must purchase laptop computers. The University has arranged for IBM to offer computers at excellent prices. Students, faculty, and staff will enjoy cost savings, higher quality compatible equipment, and better technical support through CCI. www.unc.edu/cci

The Study Abroad program allows students to live and learn in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and the Pacific Rim, Africa, and the Americas. www.unc.edu/depts/abroad

The Honors Program offers special seminars, research programs, and the chance to design your own independent studies. www.unc.edu/depts/honors

Carolina students spend time in public service through student organizations, the Campus Y, the Carolina Center for Public Service, and courses that incorporate community service.

UNC's chapter of Phi Beta Kappa, a national collegiate honor society, is the oldest in North Carolina, dating from 1904. There are many other honorary societies at Carolina.

UNC offers ROTC programs in all branches of national military service.

Through the First Year Seminars program, first year students will understand what it means to study at a premier research university. They will learn from faculty members and share in their research in seminars of no more than 20 students.

Life outside the classroom: More than 370 clubs, teams, and student organizations offer something for everyone! You can choose from among musical and dramatic performing groups, publications, ethnic and religious clubs, the Campus Y and other service organizations, fraternities and sororities, and pre- professional organizations. Whatever your interests, you will find others at Carolina who share them! www.unc.edu/depts/union/student/listintr.htm

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