CLINICAL RESEARCH COORD (I)

Job Summary: Responsible for implementing, monitoring, refining, analyzing, coordinating, and reporting on several clinical research projects. Acts as a resource for the development of protocols, study documents, operations of study management, and management techniques. Purpose and Key Functions: Apply specialized knowledge and scientific principles to review, critically appraise and interpret published literature. Write sections of scientific papers, funding proposals, and abstracts. Coordinate the activities of research staff and resources to ensure that the project progresses in accordance with predetermined timelines. Develop estimates of time and resources for research projects. Oversee the collection, entry, verification, management, analysis, and reporting of data. Use statistical software to analyze data and interpret results. Design and maintain databases, data collection forms, error checking methods and related programs for efficient collection, analysis, and reporting. Troubleshoot moderately complex computer problems. Write data management and operations documentation for projects. Liaise between the clinic centre and remote clinic sites and personnel. Conduct structured patient interviews. Ensure that the relevant research methodology is applied and all research material is handled in accordance with established protocols, policies, and procedures. Participate in the development of promotional strategies and related materials to encourage participation and support for research projects. Consult on protocol development, student organization, and data management activities. Develop presentations and present information and training sessions to project personnel and project patients. Present at meetings, seminars, and conferences. Keep project participants informed of project progress through regular reports and newsletters. Implement and maintain research project budgets. Create financial projections and make adjustments to research project budgets throughout the fiscal year. Exercise appropriate controls, monitor, and reconcile accounts. Conduct literature searches. Supervision: Provide lead hand supervision and is responsible for the quality and quantity of work of others. Ongoing responsibility for supervising up to 9 casual employees at any one time. Provide orientation and show procedures to others. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study. Requires 4 years of relevant experience. Additional Information: Some schedule flexibility may be a requirement of this position.Robust self-care skills and an ability to cope emotionally with encountering the theme of acute and chronically ill infants, children, and youth.We welcome candidates who are inspired by our MVV framework and who will strive to uphold our values everyday:Vision: A brighter path for every child and their family.Mission: Together, we lead to advance child and youth health. We are committed to patient-centred care, research, education, learning, and advocacy. We strive for diverse representation, inclusive participation, equitable opportunities, and we address structural barriers to improve healthcare outcomes. Our innovative work achieves global impact and enhances the well-being of all children and their families. We support the welfare of our team members and engage with respect and accountability. Values: We value compassion, collaboration, excellence, and innovation. We recognize it is our responsibility to create environments where all people feel safe and supported.Essential Skills Dynamic, with exceptional communication and relationship management skills Adaptable and flexible approach Excellent oral and written communication skills Exceptional attention to detail and excellent organizational skills Certificate in Applied Clinical Research or Certified Clinical Research Associate designation or equivalent is desirable Experience with full scope of clinical trial management, including Health Canada regulated trials, from start-up to close-out Experience with participant recruitment including consent and assent processes, clinical data collection Experience working in child health research and/or with children and youth Strong knowledge of research procedures, guidelines, data management, standards governing clinical research including the Personal Health Information Protection Act, Good Clinical Practice, TCPS2, etc Proficiency with computer software programs and virtual platforms (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite, including Office 365 and TEAMS; REDCap, EPIC, Word Press; MOSAIC, Zoom)