Carolina Population Center · 1 month ago
Research Study Coordinator
North Carolina, US
Full-time, Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$53K/yr - $58K/yrUNC University Libraries is a global leader in higher education, known for its commitment to innovative teaching and research. The Research Study Coordinator will support clinical and translational research in pediatric orofacial pain, coordinating studies involving children and their caregivers while ensuring compliance with research protocols.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Support the clinical and translational research program led by Dr. Caroline Sawicki in the Department of Pediatric Dentistry and Dental Public Health
Coordinating human subjects research focused on pediatric orofacial pain
Serving as the primary operational staff member responsible for the day-to-day implementation of multiple ongoing and future studies
Participant recruitment and outreach
Screening for eligibility
Scheduling research visits
Preparing study materials
Communicating with DDS and undergraduate research assistants
Ensuring timely completion of study procedures
Assist with administering clinical examinations
Psychosocial questionnaires
Maintaining high-quality data collection within REDCap
Conducting quality assurance checks
Managing study documentation
Ensuring adherence to IRB protocols and study-specific standard operating procedures
Supporting additional active studies within the research program
Maintaining detailed logs
Scheduling calendars
Participant contact documentation
Accurate tracking of recruitment activities across multiple concurrent projects
Serving as a central point of contact for participants and study team members
Maintaining study supplies and equipment
Preparing participant incentives through ClinCard/Tango
Providing parking validations
Coordinating meeting agendas
Contributing to study progress reports and internal communications
Managing multiple priorities in a dynamic research environment
Working independently while also contributing to a collaborative team setting
Supporting evolving projects
Assisting with protocol development
Contributing to the expansion of pediatric orofacial pain research at UNC
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., psychology, neuroscience, biology, public health, dental hygiene, health sciences, or related discipline) from an accredited institution, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English are essential, with the ability to interact professionally with children, adolescents, caregivers, faculty, staff, and student research assistants
Experience working with human subjects in U.S.-based research, clinical, or academic setting is required
Candidates must demonstrate familiarity with research procedures such as participant recruitment, screening, scheduling, informed consent/assent processes, administration of questionnaires, and data collection
The ability to follow study protocols and standard operating procedures with high reliability and attention to detail is essential
Candidates must maintain confidentiality of protected health information and comply with HIPAA, IRB regulations, and UNC institutional policies
Competence with computer software and data entry is required, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and the ability to learn new electronic data capture systems
Applicants must be able to maintain detailed participant logs, communication records, and accurate documentation across all study activities
Candidates must demonstrate strong organizational skills, sound judgment, adaptability, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced research environment
The coordinator must be able to work both independently and collaboratively, communicate effectively with pediatric populations, and maintain professionalism during clinical research procedures
This position requires the ability to work occasional adjusted hours to accommodate participant availability
A commitment to high-quality research conduct, participant safety, ethical standards, and consistent follow-through on assigned responsibilities is essential
Preferred
Experience coordinating human subjects research involving children or adolescents is strongly preferred
Prior work in clinical, behavioral, dental, or pain-related research settings is highly desirable, particularly experience administering questionnaires, conducting participant interviews, or supporting clinical visit procedures
Candidates with familiarity in orofacial pain, pediatric pain, psychology, neuroscience, or related health sciences will be well-suited for this position
Preference will be given to applicants with experience using REDCap or comparable electronic data capture platforms, particularly those who have managed longitudinal datasets, performed data quality checks, or maintained detailed documentation across multiple phases of study activities
Experience working within IRB-regulated environments including preparation of regulatory documents, submission of modifications, creation of study logs, or maintenance of SOPs is highly desirable
Strong organizational abilities and demonstrated initiative in managing workflows, prioritizing competing tasks, and independently troubleshooting common challenges in research operations are highly valued
Experience coordinating scheduling workflows, interacting with multiple stakeholders, or maintaining recruitment and tracking logs is preferred
Candidates with prior experience communicating with families, especially within health-related or academic environments, will excel in this role
Experience working in interdisciplinary teams, including faculty, clinicians, residents, students, and research assistants, is preferred, as is the ability to provide guidance or support to trainees involved in recruitment and data collection
Familiarity with pediatric clinical settings, dental clinics, or outpatient environments is helpful but not required
Technical competencies such as proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, secure data handling, and digital communication platforms (e.g., Zoom, Teams) are preferred
Applicants with experience conducting clinical procedures such as basic anthropometric measurements, observational coding, or standardized assessments, or a willingness to learn clinical tasks such as pressure pain threshold testing, are highly desirable
Candidates who demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, a high level of professionalism, and a commitment to ethical research conduct are preferred
The ability to maintain composure, communicate clearly, and support pediatric participants and their caregivers in research settings is especially valuable
Experience working in fast-paced, evolving research programs or assisting with the launch of new projects is a significant asset
A strong interest in pediatric research, pain research, behavioral science, or clinical dentistry, and a desire to contribute to a growing, multifaceted research program, is highly desirable
Candidates with prior experience in research coordination or an interest in pursuing advanced training in health-related fields (e.g., dentistry, medicine, psychology, public health) are encouraged to apply
Benefits
Professional training opportunities for career growth
Skill development and lifelong learning
Exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts
Savings on local child care centers
Special rates on select campus events
Comprehensive benefits package
Paid leave
Variety of health, life and retirement plans
Additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance
Company
Carolina Population Center
The Carolina Population Center (CPC) is a community of outstanding scholars and professionals associated to create new knowledge about population size, structure, and processes of change.
Founded in 1966
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase