Neonatal Research Jobs in Raleigh, NC (NOW HIRING)

Posting Information
Posting Information
Department
Peds-Children's Research Inst-412019
Career Area
Health Professional (Physician/Nurse/Other)
Is this an internal only recruitment?
No
Posting Open Date
03/25/2026
Application Deadline
08/03/2026
Position Type
Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title
Nurse Consultant - Journey
Salary Grade Equivalent
MH17 / GN13
Working Title
Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator
Position Number
20057229
Vacancy ID
P020905
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited
Full-Time Permanent
If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment
Hours per week
40
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm (Flexible with some nights/weekends as needed)
Work Location
CHAPEL HILL, NC
Position Location
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
$70,000 - $90,000
Pay Band Information
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Notice to Applicants
Position Summary Information
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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 position will serve as a Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator within the department of Pediatrics, division of Neonatal- Perinatal Medicine. The Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator is responsible for independently providing specialized nursing services for various clinical research protocols. They are responsible for providing guidance and assistance to study teams in both clinical and non-clinical areas of research, including participant visits, data quality, and others.
The Division of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine in the Department of Pediatrics is committed to improving the health status of infants. We are currently participating in the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development Neonatal Research Network (NRN) which performs large clinical trials to help meet this goal. Currently, there are 3 clinical trials ongoing at UNC under the direction of the NRN grant. In addition, the Division also participates in other NIH funded and industry funded clinical trials.
The primary purpose of this position is to help recruit patients, abstract data from the clinical chart, and enter data onto case report forms (paper or electronic) for clinical trials (e.g., NRN, other NIH, industry) for which we will participate. In addition, for NRN trials, the nurse consultant will communicate with the Data Coordinating Center to help resolve data queries. Multiple trials are underway simultaneously and will be conducted at the UNC Newborn Critical Care Center. The position is critical to address the volume of activity, complexity of conducting clinical trials and data being collected.
This position is responsible for following all federal guidelines for data collection, development and submission of reports, and meeting established deadlines. This position will be responsible for with speaking with patients in a medical setting and conducting lab processing (centrifuging, aliquoting, shipping).
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina and two years of experience in the area of specialization.
Management Preferences

• Neonatal nursing experience.
• Excellent decision-making, interpretation, and time management skills.
• Excellent judgment, concentration, and attention to detail.
• Self-direction and ability to work with minimal supervision.

Required Licenses/Certifications
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Position/Schedule Requirements
Evening work occasionally, Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens, Patient care involved, Weekend work occasionally
Special Instructions
Quick Link
https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/315103
Contact Information
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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.