Clinical Research Associate (CRA)

Staff - Non UnionJob CategoryNon Union Technicians and Research AssistantsJob ProfileNon Union Salaried - Research Assistant /Technician 3Job TitleClinical Research Associate (CRA)DepartmentMichael Cuccione Childhood Cancer Research Program | Department of PaediatricsCompensation Range$4,434.02 - $5,228.81 CAD MonthlyPosting End DateApril 20, 2024Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above.Job End DateApr 17, 2025This position is expected to be filled by promotion/reassignment and is included here to inform you of its vacancy at the University.This offer is conditional upon successful completion of a Criminal Record Check.This position is located within a health-care facility, therefore, the successful candidate will be required to provide verification of full vaccination against Covid-19 provided prior to the start date, as required by a provincial health mandate.Note: Only the Full Time Compensation Range is displayed on the job posting details advertised on the UBC Career sites.At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.WORK PERFORMEDTo coordinate clinical research protocols, including but not limited to Phases I, II and III chemotherapy studies, hematology studies, bone marrow transplant studies, supportive care studies and ancillary studies:Ensuring adherence to and maintenance of protocolsMaintaining protocols and associated documents to ensure they are up-to dateResponsible for the day-to-day operation of multi-site investigator initiated projectCoordinating and liaising closely with the interdisciplinary staff, study sponsors and consortiums identifying and screening potential study participantsPreparing source documentation for review and confirmation of eligibility criteriaOverseeing registration process of patients on clinical studiesCreation of novel study specific documents and work flowsResponsible for collecting documentation, organization and accurate and timely completion and submission of paper and electronic data capture formsCreating and maintaining research charts on registered subjectsReporting adverse drug reactions in consultation with physician and in accordance with protocol-specific guidelinesProcuring and safely shipping as well as maintaining accurate documentation of study specimens from various sources according to protocol guidelines and federal regulationsActing as liaison with health care team and laboratory team, both on-site and outside the institution, for project management and information exchange regarding clinical studiesPerforming data entry and managing research databases with accuracyPreparing and participating in audits and study monitoring visits from various regulatory bodiesAttending conferences and meetings, possibly involving travelTimely completion of required regulatory certificates and tutorialsMaintaining clinical research education and regulatory certificationsProviding back-up for other team members while sick or on holidaysIf not already obtained, the division will support training for clinical research professional certification through the Society of Clinical Research AssociatesPerforming other related tasks and projects as deemed necessaryCONSEQUENCE OF ERRORConsequences of error are high and this is a position with significant responsibility. The data submitted impacts the direction of future studies. Errors could impact upon the reputation of the program as a whole and jeopardize the options for collaborative participation with industry, government and other centers.SUPERVISION RECEIVEDIt is expected that the RT3 will demonstrate the ability to work independently once training has been successfully completed. The RT3 will be required to problem solve on a limited basis.SUPERVISION GIVENThe RT 3 will receive supervision and direction from the RT 4’s or M&P within the Program.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSCompletion of a relevant technical program or a university degree in a relevant discipline and a minimum three years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own.Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSClinical research professional certification through the Society of Clinical Research Associates (SoCRA) or the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP), transportation of Dangerous Goods Certificate preferred.Assets: Demonstrated knowledge and experience with Pediatric oncology, familiarity with database management programs. Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice. Attentive to detail, with the ability to work quickly and accurately. Medium to high degree of computer literacy including familiarity with Microsoft Word, Access and Excel. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills a must. Ability to prioritize and work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines. Ability to exercise initiative and maintain confidentiality. Communicates effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to learn new software. Ability to work both independently and within a team environment. Physical ability to do the job.