Department: Psychiatry - Research-412250
Career Area : Research Professionals
Posting Open Date: 05/03/2024
Application Deadline: 05/17/2024
Open Until Filled: No
Position Type: Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title: Project Officer
Appointment Type: EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number: ********
Vacancy ID: NF0008111
Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time Permanent
FTE: 1
Hours per week: 40
Position Location: North Carolina, US
Hiring Range: Dependent on Experience and Qualifications
Proposed Start Date: 06/03/2024
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: 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.
Position Summary: The Project Officer will serve as a Data Manager/Compliance Officer for the UNC Center of Excellence for Eating Disorders (CEED). The position will largely include working with data from large genetic and clinical studies conducted at CEED including developing data systems; data dictionaries; preparing data for upload to national repositories; and maintaining quality assurance, IRB compliance, and sponsor compliance of all ongoing studies.
The UNC CEED is a combined research and clinical facility focused on research and treatment of eating disorders. The center has funding from a variety of federal and philanthropic sources and conducts research ranging from epidemiology to clinical trials. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity, will accept a relevant Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution. May require terminal degree and licensure.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience: Strong and demonstrated data management skills. Proficient with REDCap, R, and SAS, and other data management software. Experience working with databases. Experience with IRB proposals. Strong attention to detail, written and verbal communication skills, and excellent dedication to documentation. Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience: NA
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities: Not Applicable.
