Soc/Clin Research Assistant

Posting Information

Department

LCCC - UCRF-426805

Career Area

Research Professionals

Is this an internal only recruitment?

No

Posting Open Date

07/29/2026

Application Deadline

08/05/2026

Position Type

Permanent Staff (SHRA)

Position Title

Soc/Clin Research Assistant - Journey

Salary Grade Equivalent

NC09 / GN08

Working Title

Soc/Clin Research Assistant

Position Number

20061509

Vacancy ID

P021243

Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited

Full-Time Time-Limited

If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment

3 Year

Hours per week

40

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8am to 5pm

Work Location

CHAPEL HILL, NC

Position Location

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range

$45,000 - $48,925

Pay Band Information

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

Notice to Applicants

This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship.

Position Summary Information

Be a Tar Heel!

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.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

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 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 prepare tomorrow`s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.

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

Position Summary

THIS IS A TIME-LIMITEDPOSITIONWITH AN ESTIMATEDDURATION OF 3 YEARS.

This position will serve as a Social/Clinical Research Assistant within the Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center (LCCC). This position will be supporting research activities in the Participant Engagement Research Collaboration (PERC) Unit. The position is responsible for coordinating and implementing research procedures across multiple study protocols of moderate complexity. The Social/Clinical Research Assistant applies working knowledge of clinical research practices to support study start-up, data collection, data management, and regulatory compliance activities. The role requires the ability to work independently on assigned tasks while collaborating with investigators, study teams, and internal partners to ensure accurate and timely execution of research activities. Guidance is available for complex or non-routine assignments.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Management Preferences

• Experience using Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with electronic data reporting.
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Familiarity with electronic data capture systems (e.g. REDCAP or similiar)

Required Licenses/Certifications

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements

Evening work occasionally, Overtime occasionally