Description
The Department of Paediatrics in the Cumming School of Medicine invites applications for a Research Coordinator. This Fixed Term Full-time positions are for approximately 12 months (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.
Reporting to the Principal Investigator
This position will be required to work out of the Alberta Children's Hospital. Work intensity is variable and may, in occasion, require extended hours and may include travel for Rheumatology events/ Investigator meetings and educational opportunities.
Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):
- Coordinate and administer research projects per established study protocols and study procedure manuals
- Develop informed consent documents based on regulations, REB consent templates and institutional requirements. Submit to REB and coordination revisions. Assist PI with annual approval process and amend and edit protocols and consents as required
- Independently confirmation and registration of eligible patients and determine their suitability for the research study that is to be conducted
- Case management of patients involved in clinical trials and research studies; recruitment and enrollment of human subjects. He/she will fully explain to the patients their involvement as a research participant, as well as provide an opportunity for questions
- Prepare study case report forms, assemble packages of questionnaires and maintain accurate electronic and paper records
- Responsible for ensuring complete and accurate data collection and entry of data into electronic databases in a timely fashion and perform regular quality control checks on data entries
- Conduct analyses of data collected through study Platform and associated projects
- Biobank: Establishing and maintaining - aliquoting, labeling and archiving of biologic samples
- Overseeing budget for upcoming, current and past studies including; paying invoices, annual budget, preparation of invoices for study sponsors
- Advising/recommending on changes to procedures or practices performed on work unit
- Prepare presentations, manuscripts and project related topics
- Completion of tasks and duties that lead to successful research proposals and projects
- Coaching, training and development of junior team members (e.g. students, research assistants, volunteers) and management of the workload of individual team members to maximize productivity
Qualifications / Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree (required) - any of Bachelor of Health Sciences, Epidemiology, Public Health, or Sciences
- Master's Degree (considered an asset) - Health sciences, Health Services Research, Epidemiology or Public Health
- 2-5 years of related research experience using clinical research methodologies is required (clinical trials/multicentre studies/registry experience considered an asset)
- Recognized research professional certification (e.g. CCRP, Certified Clinical Research Professional) an asset
- 2-5 years experience in project management and completing projects on strict deadlines is essential
- Experience in database set up/maintenance, statistical skills is considered as an assent
- Must possess demonstrated organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities and trouble-shooting skills
- Must embraces continual improvement
- Must be able to keep others informed of the progress and status of project
- Demonstrated strong organizational and interpersonal skills are required
- Demonstrated ability to function independently and within a team environment are required
- Excellent communication skills are essential both verbal and written
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs is a requirement
- Knowledge of the University environment is a benefit (PeopleSoft, Efin, etc.)
- Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), research ethics and regulations for granting agencies (e.g. Tri Council) is required
- Must possess a demonstrated ability in professional writing, preparing reports and conducting literature reviews
- Knowledge of University core business systems is desirable
Application Deadline: May 30, 2025
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.
This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Technical Job Family, Phase 2.
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