What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Research Coordinator position at East Carolina University?
Position Details
Position Information
| Job Title | Clinical Research Coordinator |
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| Position Number | 400423 |
| Vacancy Open to | All Candidates |
| Time-Limited | Yes |
| Department Homepage | https://hhp.ecu.edu/kine/ |
| Advertising Department | KINESIOLOGY |
| Division | Academic Affairs |
| Classification Title | 12501 Research Technician |
| Competency Level | 2 - Journey |
| Working Title | Clinical Research Coordinator |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
| Full Time Equivalent (FTE) | 1.0 |
| Full Time or Part Time | Full Time |
| Recruitment Range | $34,320 - $52,998 |
| Anticipated Hiring Range | $37,800 - $42,000 |
| Salary Grade Equivalency | MH06 |
| Work Schedule | Monday - Friday |
| Work Hours | 6:00 am - 3:00 pm |
| Position Location (City) | Greenville |
| Job Category | Staff |
| Be a Pirate! | Be a Pirate! East Carolina University (ECU) is consistently ranked among the nation's top public universities for its commitment to research, innovation, social mobility, and public service. Classified as a R1 institution by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education, ECU is among the top 5% of research universities in the United States, an elite designation reflecting the highest levels of research activity, funding, and doctoral output. Founded in 1907, ECU is a public, four-year university located in Greenville, N.C., which and is widely regarded as the cultural, educational, economic, and medical hub of eastern North Carolina. Through education, research, healthcare, community engagement, athletics, cultural enrichment, and service, ECU enhances the quality of life for its students, the state and communities around the world. It is a great place to work, teach, and learn. ECU's commitment to impactful scholarship is further demonstrated through its repeated Carnegie Community Engagement Classification (2010, 2015, 2024), as well as its 2024 designation as a Carnegie Leadership for Public Purpose institution. These distinctions recognize the university's leadership in translating research into meaningful community partnerships and measurable societal benefits. The university supports its workforce through a wide range of professional development opportunities designed to foster career growth and skill advancement. Eligible employees also benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that promotes a healthy work-life balance. |
| Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit | The College of Health and Human Sciences at East Carolina University is committed to improving the quality of life and health of individuals, families, and communities across North Carolina and beyond. Through its certificate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs, the College prepares students to deliver professional and clinical services, conduct impactful research, and develop innovative, real-world solutions that promote healthier lives and lasting positive change. The College values experiential learning, with faculty and students working side by side in classrooms, clinics, laboratories, and community settings to advance excellence in education, research, and service. Students are empowered to discover their purpose while preparing for meaningful careers that improve lives, strengthen communities, and advance health and wellness in a wide range of professional fields. |
| Primary Purpose of Position | This position will be funded by the NIH-R01 grant. The projects funded by these grants study the influence of exercise during pregnancy on maternal and infant/child health. The projects have been slowed by COVID but are now ramping up with the need to accelerate recruitment, testing, and exercise training of the subjects in order to meet numbers consistent with pre-COVID goals. Specifically, the position will assist in the following under the direction of Linda May, Ph.D.:
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| Minimum Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience | Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. |
| License or Certification required by statute or regulation | None |
| Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience | |
| License or Certification required by the Department | None |
| Special Instructions to Applicant |
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| Additional Instructions to Applicant | |
| Job Open Date | 07/29/2026 |
| Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date; If no closing date is indicated, the position will be posted until filled and may close at any time after the recruitment has been completed. | 08/05/2026 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting | https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/95888 |
| Alternate option | If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications. |
| Nondiscrimination Statement | East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability. Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu. |
| Eligibility for Employment | Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S. |
| Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity | If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST. |
East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department for Disability Support Services at (252) 737-1016 (Voice/TTY).
Salary : $34,320 - $52,998