Social/Clinical Research Specialist

This position will serve as a Clinical Research Coordinator within the UNC Department of Psychiatry. 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. The role supports industry-sponsored clinical trials involving adolescent psychiatric populations and requires 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 individual serves as a primary point of contact for operational activities, coordinating directly with sponsors, CROs, investigators, regulatory bodies, institutional partners, and research participants. Success in this position involves 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. This position will require some on-call and after-hours (evenings and weekends) availability. 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 industry-sponsored human subjects clinical trials, including interpreting study protocols, ensuring regulatory compliance, and communicating with sponsors, monitors, regulatory bodies, and study participants.
• Demonstrated ability to manage study procedures and operational requirements within an FDA-regulated research environment, using exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience using electronic data capture systems REDCap, Rave, or equivalent) and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience conducting clinical research involving mental health, behavioral health, or adolescent mental health populations.
• Experience supporting the full lifecycle of complex research studies, including feasibility, start up, ongoing study conduct, monitoring preparation, and closeout.

Required Licenses/Certifications Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities