Clinical Specialist
Full Time
Chapel Hill, NC 27599
$35,000 - $58,000 a year
Posted Today
Job description
Posting Information
Department
Globl Hlth and Infect Disease-427801
Career Area
Research Professionals
Is this an internal only recruitment?
No
Posting Open Date
05/16/2023
Application Deadline
05/23/2023
Position Type
Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title
Soc/Clin Research Specialist - Contributing
Salary Grade Equivalent
GN09
Working Title
Social/Clinical Research Specialist
Position Number
20035590
Vacancy ID
P017470
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited
Full-Time Time-Limited
If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment
2 years
Hours per week
40
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8am to 5pm
Work Location
Chapel Hill, NC
Position Location
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
$35,000 - $58,000
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Position Summary Information
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Mission of the Institute of Global Health and Infectious Diseases is to develop ongoing clinical, educational and research activities focused on the prevention and treatment of infectious diseases. Working in nine countries, throughout the state and across campus, the institutes goals include:
Executing basic and ap[lied research in infectious diseases and fostering collaboration among other investigators and researchers from both within and outside the University of North Carolina System. Coordinating International and community outreach activities with UNC’s School of Public Health, Department of epidemiology and appropriate State agencies. Improving clinical care in infectious disease, including activities related to management of HIV and other infectious disease, as well as activities related to emerging pathogens, international health issues, and clinical outreach efforts. Supporting infectious disease prevention activities, including those with a focus on vaccine development and vaccination practices.
Executing basic and ap[lied research in infectious diseases and fostering collaboration among other investigators and researchers from both within and outside the University of North Carolina System. Coordinating International and community outreach activities with UNC’s School of Public Health, Department of epidemiology and appropriate State agencies. Improving clinical care in infectious disease, including activities related to management of HIV and other infectious disease, as well as activities related to emerging pathogens, international health issues, and clinical outreach efforts. Supporting infectious disease prevention activities, including those with a focus on vaccine development and vaccination practices.
Position Summary
The Multicenter AIDS Cohort Study / Women’s Interagency HIV Study Combined Cohort Study (MWCCS) is a collaborative research effort to understand and reduce the impact of chronic health conditions that affect people living with HIV. The MWCCS, which is administered by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute and supported by 13 other NIH institutes builds on previous scientific and clinical research from the Women’s Interagency HIV Study (NIHS) and the Multicenter AIDS Cohorts Study (MACS), the largest and longest running research cohorts of women and men, respectively, with HIV or at risk for HIV infection in the U.S. MWCCS participants will be seen at least once per year for the core study visit and as needed for sub-studies (according to the individual protocols). Core study visits consist of a comprehensive interview covering participant’s medical and psychosocial history, neurocognitive testing, specimen collection and a clinical exam. Sub-studies may include the collection of additional clinical data and/or specimens. Sub-study visits can be as short or as long as 24 hours, depending on the protocol.
The Clinical Research Specialist will oversee the development and implementation of robust and innovative recruitment plans, work closely with protocol specialists and regulatory staff to navigate IRB approval processes and track accrual and retention goals per research study.
Additionally, the Clinical Research Specialist will be part of the UNC MWCCS site. Working under the general supervision of the Clinical Research Manager s/he will be responsible for leading and working as part of a team to complete a wide range of other duties, including: study planning and protocol development; screening and enrolling participants into specific protocols; conducting relevant study procedures (e.g., interviews, laboratory specimen collection, and/or clinical assessments); documenting study progress and preparing progress reports; lead in QA/QC activities; and assist with tasks as delegated by Clinical Research Manager.
The Clinical Research Specialist is expected to direct all aspects of protocol planning and implementation, from the initial development of study-specific Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) through the interpreting and reporting of study outcomes. This position may be required to serve as the lead protocol administrator for one or more projects. The Clinical Research will be expected to attend training for each protocol and foster maintain the knowledge and skills necessary for the successful performance of all study assessments.
The Clinical Research Specialist will oversee the development and implementation of robust and innovative recruitment plans, work closely with protocol specialists and regulatory staff to navigate IRB approval processes and track accrual and retention goals per research study.
Additionally, the Clinical Research Specialist will be part of the UNC MWCCS site. Working under the general supervision of the Clinical Research Manager s/he will be responsible for leading and working as part of a team to complete a wide range of other duties, including: study planning and protocol development; screening and enrolling participants into specific protocols; conducting relevant study procedures (e.g., interviews, laboratory specimen collection, and/or clinical assessments); documenting study progress and preparing progress reports; lead in QA/QC activities; and assist with tasks as delegated by Clinical Research Manager.
The Clinical Research Specialist is expected to direct all aspects of protocol planning and implementation, from the initial development of study-specific Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) through the interpreting and reporting of study outcomes. This position may be required to serve as the lead protocol administrator for one or more projects. The Clinical Research will be expected to attend training for each protocol and foster maintain the knowledge and skills necessary for the successful performance of all study assessments.
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.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
- Excellent problem-solving skills; capacity to perform and meet deadlines under pressure.
- Demonstrated ability to rapidly adjust priorities in a high-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining patient safety and data quality.
- Position requires excellent PC Computer skills including MS Word, Excel, Outlook.
- The UNG MWCCS study has two off-campus clinics (Raleigh/Durham) and staff are often travelling to complete study visits or assessments. The candidate must have the ability to travel between University offices and off site clinic locations on a daily basis, and when necessary, work nights and weekends. Because travel is an integral part of this position, a valid driver’s license is required.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
- Strong interest in public health or HIV clinical research, as demonstrated through research experience, coursework or internships.
- Data collection skills: including experience with behavioral data collection using computer-based data collection systems, such as ACAS! preferred.
- Clinical research skills, including experience with phlebotomy or clinic-based assessments (e.g., ECG/EKG, PFT, CID!), are highly desired, but not required.
Required Licenses/Certifications
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Position/Schedule Requirements
Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens, Exposure to Hazardous Materials, Night work occasionally, Valid NC Driver’s License, Weekend work occasionally
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