Research Assistant - Kingston, Canada - Queen's University

Queen's University

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Kingston, Canada

1 week ago

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Research Assistant

About Queen's University

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Job Summary

Reporting to the Principal Investigator, the Research Assistant, Clinical Arrhythmia is be responsible for a wide array of duties in support of the multiple research projects affiliated with Kingston Health Sciences Centre, Cardiology, Heart Rhythm Service.

This position will work within a team based structure to coordinate and oversee a variety of national and international industry sponsored and physician-directed clinical research trials (CRT) and registries.

The Research Assistant is expected to screen for potential participants for multiple CRTs on a daily bases and engage with research participants, explain what is expected of them, and understand their concerns.

This position will require excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

The Research Assistant will promote awareness and understanding of study protocols and procedures in compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP).

Job Description:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supports and coordinates the daytoday activities of multiple studies which includes screening, recruiting, enrolling, scheduling all participant research visits and procedures consistent with protocol requirement, problem solving, safety monitoring, communication, and protocol management.
Ensures adherence to GCP, Health Canada, FDA and the study protocols.
Performs studyrelated procedures and training, as required by the study protocols, in areas such as interviewer techniques, data collection, handling methods or informed consent.
Ensures the scientific integrity of data and protect the rights, safety, and wellbeing of the participants enrolled in CARU studies.
Works collaboratively with investigators, hospital staff and faculty, primary care physician, research coordinating centre, industry partners and sponsors in support of multiple research projects affiliated with Kingston Health Sciences Centre, Cardiology, Heart Rhythm Service.
Fulfills reporting requirements as dictated by the sponsor or granting agency.
Ensures the Principal Investigator (PI) is kept updated on the progress of the studies. Notifying PI on potential issues that need to be addressed along with suggestions for possible solutions.
Serves as the main point of contact for the research participants and respond to all inquiries relating to the studies.
Ensures all nonserious and serious adverse events are properly documented and reported.
Manages adequate inventory of study supplies. If handling investigational drugs/devices, follows the sponsor protocol and regulatory guidelines.
Completes study documentation and maintains study file in accordance with sponsor requirements and University policies and procedures including, but not limited to, consent forms, source documentation, narrative notes if applicable, case report forms, and investigational product accountability forms.
Performs basic administrative services, such as scheduling, making appointments, word processing, data entry, faxing, copying, and filing. Preparing or, if routine, initiating correspondence, notes and memos. Writing reports under the supervision of investigators.
Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Two year postsecondary program in a relevant field.
Bachelor's degree in healthrelated field or sciencerelated discipline is considered an asset.
Minimum of 23 years relevant experience in one or more of the following: clinical research, cardiology, healthcare, or health sciences setting.
Experience in working with patients and researchers in a hospital or clinic setting is highly desirable.
Consideration may be given to an equivalent combination of education and experience.

SPECIAL SKILLS:

Promotes respect, diversity, and inclusion within the workplace.
Excellent computer skills (e.g. MS Office, Adobe Acrobat DC, data capture systems).
Attention to detail.
Working knowledge of medical terminology, GCP, regulations necessary for the protection of human participants and the conduct of clinical research is an asset.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong timemanagement and organizational skills as well as the capacity to take initiative, solve problems, and suggest solutions.
Proven analytical problem solving skills, and the ability to conceptualize, assimilate and evaluate information from multiple sources.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with professionals in a team orientated environment.
Flexible with respect to ongoing evol