CLINICAL RESEARCH COORD (I)

The Clinical Research Coordinator will play a crucial role in supporting innovative and impactful pediatric clinical trials. This multifaceted position has two primary areas of focus: 1) coordinating trials within an active program of pediatric infectious disease research, and 2) serving as a clinical trials navigator to support our site’s participation in a national pediatric rare disease research network.

Responsibilities include overseeing full-cycle research coordination for multiple clinical trials, from start-up to study close-out. This encompasses liaising with ethics boards, managing agreements, monitoring study budgets, recruiting and consenting participants, collecting and managing data, and collaborating with study sites. Additionally, the coordinator will act as the local point of contact for the pediatric rare disease trial network, provide site-specific metrics, and have the opportunity to engage in mentorship and training with colleagues nationwide.

The successful candidate will work independently within a clear framework of accountability, demonstrating substantial personal responsibility to deliver results.

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.

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)

To apply for this job, please submit your application online.

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

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• Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247), or
• Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
• School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

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This position is located in a host hospital or other healthcare site that has an active vaccination mandate in place. Successful applicants will need to comply with these and any other health and safety measures necessary as part of their appointment.

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