Research Professional

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.

OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation's leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.

OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.

Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.

Education: We will prepare tomorrow's health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.

Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.

The Lead Research Coordinator will work with other institute leaders to plan the activities of the institute, and will be responsible for a broad range of duties related to planning, organizing, executing, and monitoring the implementation of new and existing clinical trials and research initiatives. These duties include, but are not limited to, managing all aspects of project start-up, conduct, and close out, including assisting with study design and the development of study procedures, training study team members, coordinating projects, organizing communications and meetings, managing regulatory activities (e.g., IRB submissions, modifications, and renewals), and assisting with grant submissions. This position will be the first level supervisor for RAs and students working under them on the many projects. They will be able to fulfill these duties independently.

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity or professional-level background in sponsored research administration, will accept a relevant Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution.

Candidates must have a minimum of three years of experience in project coordination related to research/program management. Applicant must have full understanding of social/clinical research principles, study design, methods of data/information collection, and analysis used to manage projects and programs independently. Applicants must be able to prioritize competing demands and work independently and efficiently across a growing research team. The applicant should have an eye towards attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and working and collaborating with multiple stakeholders. The applicant should have strong organizational and management skills as well as interpersonal and communication skills. Applicant should possess the ability to plan work to meet objectives and deadlines; assess the needs of project(s)/program(s) and make changes in process, workflow, and assignments; lead multiple, concurrent assignments or a multi-faceted/moderately complex project(s)/program(s).

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, and internet browsers
- Excellent organizational and time management skills and the ability to consistently follow through and follow up with assignments of others.
- Ability to manage work and data flow between project team members and external stakeholders.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to identify needs and develop and implement improvements with evaluation expertise.
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on ensuring accuracy, validity, and integrity of data.
- Excellent problem - solving and researching skills are required.
- Ability to clearly, concisely, professionally, and effectively communicate in writing and verbally with staff, faculty, and individuals in other organizations.

- Supervisory experience in managing team dynamics, performance, and timely completion of deliverables
- Experience supervising a large research study including multiple individual teams
- High level of coordination and organizational skills.
- Experience leading quality improvement efforts
- Possess outstanding leadership skills.
- Possess strong analytical skills.
- Previous experience coordinating a research study, preferably a multi-site study.

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, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.