Clinical Research Coordinator

The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute is the research arm of The Ottawa Hospital– one of Canada’s largest learning and research hospitals. We are proudly affiliated with the University of Ottawa and supported by The Ottawa Hospital Foundation. With more than 2200 scientists, clinician investigators, trainees, and staff, and total revenues of more than $120 million, we are one of the foremost Canadian hospital-based research institutes. Our research spans more than a hundred different diseases, conditions, and specialties with an overall focus on translating discoveries and knowledge into better health.

Job Description
Dr. Pakhale and the community research center is seeking an experienced clinical research coordinator to assist with the overall operations of the community research office.

Tasks include, but are not limited to:

1. Monitoring smooth functioning of community (peer) researcher training, recruitment, and implementation of research protocols.
2. Maintaining documentation on peer research training manuals, terms of agreements, confidentiality agreements with peer researchers, community advisory committee members, and volunteers.
3. Monitoring and preparing financial budgets for ongoing clinical research projects and grants.
4. Participating in evaluation of ongoing clinical research projects.
5. Participating in writing media reports, online blogs, journal articles along with the research team.
6. Participating in ethics applications and amendments when required.
7. Participating in writing applications for funding from different sources along with the research team.
8. Interacting with local, national, and international collaborators in the development and implementation of newer projects.

Basic Requirements (Education/Experience):

1. Minimum of 3 years of experience in a clinical research environment and a postsecondary degree or diploma.
2. 2-3+ years’ experience working with marginalized communities, such as people who use drugs, are homeless, or insecurely housed.
3. Experience with health systems and/or health research, including quantitative and qualitative research methods.
4. Evidence of training certification in Tri-Council Policy Statement -2 (TCPS-2) and the International Conference on Harmonization – Good Clinical Practice Guidelines (ICH-GCP).
5. Evidence of training in Food and Drug Regulations, Division 5, and/or Device Regulations, as applicable.
6. Previous mixed-method research experience, with extensive academic and non-academic writing experience.
7. Strong ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with excellent communication and organizational skills.
8. Mature individual with ability to work independently and within a diverse team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (health, social sciences, or public health).

Compensation Pay Range:
Min: $33.342/hr. – Max: $44.456/hr.

Comments to Applicant:
Please send a complete CV with a cover letter detailing your community and research experience and connect your experiences with existing work conducted by Dr. Pakhale and the community research center. Please note that you might be invited for multiple interviews before the final selection. Reimbursement for transportation within the city to attend in-person interviews is available if a candidate is invited for multiple in-person interviews.

The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute is committed to building and sustaining a welcoming and supportive culture that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion for trainees, researchers, and staff. We are devoted to identifying and removing barriers that limit equitable access to opportunities within our organization. The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute strongly supports initiatives that encourage the participation of all groups, in particular the four groups defined in the Employment Equity Act (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities).

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those invited for an interview will be contacted. The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute is an equal-opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.