Clinical Research Coordinator - Edmonton, Canada - University of Alberta

University of Alberta

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Description

Department Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry - Medicine Dept

Salary range $59,224.40 to $80,437.45

Hours per week 40

Grade 8

Posted date May 8, 2024

Closing date May 23, 2024

Position Type Full Time - Trust Funded

Description:

This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This position has a term length of 1 year plus 1 day and offers a comprehensive benefits package which can be viewed on our Benefits Overview page.

Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person work at North Campus Edmonton.

Working at the University of Alberta

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community._

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day.

We are home to more than 14,000 faculty and staff, over 40,000 students and 260,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people — from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just.

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Position

The Clinical Research Coordinator position within the Kidney Health Research Group in the Department of Medicine is integral to our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Reporting to the Principal Investigator (PI), this role is pivotal in orchestrating and overseeing clinical research endeavors.

The incumbent will spearhead the development, execution, coordination, and assessment of multiple clinical research and trial processes within our program.

Working closely with Principal Investigators, the Research Manager, Sponsor representatives, clinical research staff, Institutional departments, and research participants, the Clinical Research Coordinator plays a central role in conducting a diverse range of clinical research studies.

Operating with autonomy and requiring mínimal supervision, the Coordinator adeptly juggles multiple competing priorities to meet project deadlines and objectives.

Resourcefulness, creativity, and innovative problem-solving skills are paramount in this capacity.

The schedule for this position may not adhere to fixed days or set hours, requiring flexibility during both daytime and evening hours to accommodate the diverse needs of our team members, patients, and study participants.

Additionally, this role involves regular travel between study locations situated across various hospital sites within the city on a weekly basis.

Duties
Clinical Research Coordination (80%)

Responsible for the successful coordination work of one or more simultaneous studies in accordance with protocols, applicable contracts, budget requirements, and in compliance with all policies, procedures, and guidelines of the research group, the University of Alberta, applicable regulatory bodies, and the research ethics board.
Responsible for reporting adverse and serious adverse events according to the study protocol and in accordance with the local ethics board, regulatory agencies, and sponsor requirements
Prepares study files as delegated by the PI. These study materials include but are not limited to regulatory binders, informed consent documents, case report forms (CRFs), enrollment logs, drug/device accountability logs, and studyspecific source documents.
Reporting to the Principal Investigator, monitor daytoday research activities, report on study status, and deliverables regularly.

Communication / Interaction / Compliance monitoring (20%)

Communicates and works with internal and external research parties, along with the PI.
Ensures the projects and research activities adhere to ethical guidelines and legal requirements for research.
Implements clinical study protocols, monitors daily study activity, and prepares reports to PI as appropriate.
Establishes and maintains good working relationships with all team members and external parties.
Works with PI to develop communication strategies and tools and to ensure applicable clinical research communications are uptodate and accurate.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Bachelor's degree in a health sciences field (e.g. BScN) or a Master's degree in a relevant field. A PhD degree in a relevant field is an asset
Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in clinical research including significant experience in the startup and management of clinical research trials
Understanding of health care delivery in both community and acute care settings
Demonstrated ability to interact and work with members of the research team with integrity, honesty, and professionalism
Ability to facilitate collaborative proj