• Job Description

  Req#: 259258

  Department

  Genetics - 423501

  Career Area

  Research Professionals

  Posting Open Date

  06/12/2023

  Application Deadline

  06/23/2023

  Position Type

  Temporary Staff (SHRA)

  Position Title

  Soc/Clin Research Specialist (Thaxton)

  Position Number

  20048506

  Vacancy ID

  S021665

  Full-time/Part-time

  Full-Time Temporary

  Hours per week

  40

  Work Schedule

  Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm

  Position Location

  North Carolina, US

  Hiring Range

  $24.00-$28.00 per hour

  Proposed Start Date

  07/05/2023

  Estimated Duration of Appointment

  6 months not to exceed 11 months

  Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

  The mission of the Genetics department is to provide basic and applied genetic/genomic research, education, and training at the interface between biology, chemistry, physics, computer science, mathematics, the social sciences, public health, and medicine to have a profound effect on how medicine will be practiced in the future.
  
  Our graduate programs train students to be creative, sophisticated research scientists prepared to pursue careers focused on genetics and genomics working in academic science, government, or commercial positions. Students conduct their dissertation research using diverse experimental approaches – from classical genetics to the most modern molecular methods – to address a broad range of contemporary problems in biomedical science.
  
  The Department also includes a clinical arm focused on medical genetics, which covers the broad spectrum of clinical genetic research from disease prevention to diagnosis and treatment. This specialty includes evaluation, mutation discovery, counseling and risk assessment through analysis and genetic testing. Locating the clinical group alongside basic scientists facilitates integration of cutting-edge genetic research with patient care.

  Position Summary

  The purpose of the Social/Clinical Research Specialist (Coordinator) will be primarily to support ongoing efforts underway in the Clinical Genome Resource (ClinGen) research program directed by Dr. Jonathan Berg at UNC. Coordination will entail assisting ClinGen Clinical Domain Working Groups (CDWGs) and Expert Panels (EPs) in providing an organizing framework for disease-specific expert groups to curate relevant genes and variants. The successful candidate will work with other ClinGen coordinators, the UNC Biocuration Core, and national and international collaborators to enable the CDWGs and EPs to uphold the highest standard of curation and expert interpretation of clinically relevant genes and variants.
  The selected candidate will be expected to schedule, host, and participate in CDWG and EP calls with members of the expert groups, some of which may be outside of normal business hours. Successful job performance will require learning and implementing the protocols developed by ClinGen, under supervision and training from senior staff. He or she will also be required lab and research meetings within UNC.
  Work Planning: Schedule calls, teleconferences and in-person meetings for CDWGs and EPs. Keep, transcribe, and post meeting minutes on internal website within one week of the call. Assist in determining timelines for accomplishing assigned work with input from CDWG and EP co-chairs. Request agenda from co-chairs and provide to WG members. Maintain a schedule for WG task leader to provide updates to the SC. Maintain appropriate and up-to-date documentation, webpages, and social media.
  Internal & External Communication: Correspond and follow-up with co-chairs, domain experts, curators and other ClinGen consortium members. Maintain an active roster of the WG and help communicate the group’s goals to the public (e.g., regularly maintain the public website with WG products).
  Meet semi-annually at professional meetings and conferences for updates, discussions, and horizon scanning which can include leading break-out teams to accomplish specific WG goals, presenting talks and posters, and initiating relevant discussions with external groups and potential contributors. Heighten global awareness of ClinGen through in-person presentations and networking at professional society meetings and conferences.
  Data Analysis & Presentation of Results: Log and participate in the activities of the Working Group as discussed with the chair and co-chairs. Maintain thorough and appropriate documentation of results. Assist in preparation of research findings using standard computer software (e.g. Excel, PowerPoint, web-based interface). Communicate with NHGRI, PIs, Director, and other consortium members to ensure that the WG’s activities are accurately and comprehensively reported in the bi-annual progress reports.

  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

  The successful candidate must have strong interpersonal skills and must enjoy leading, coordinating, organizing, and interacting with diverse groups of people. He or she must be a self-starter who is capable of independently identifying and resolving issues. A strong work ethic and sense of purpose are necessary. Infrequent travel will be necessary.

  Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

  A master’s degree is preferred.

  Special Physical/Mental Requirements

  N/A

  Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

  Not Applicable.

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  https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/259160

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  Office of Human Resources Contact Information

  If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

  Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

  Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

  The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

• About the company

  The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is a public research university in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

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