Clinical Research Coordinator
Competition 2300
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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.
Location - This role is in-person 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 FirstPeoples 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 over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 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. Learn more.
Working for the Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine
The Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine is committed to excellence in clinical care, exemplary postgraduate education in anesthesiology, perioperative and pain medicine; and the discovery and dissemination of new knowledge in both basic science and clinical/translational research.
Position Summary
The purpose of this position is to provide support to clinical research studies/projects in the Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine conducted by Drs Neufeld and Dillane. The position is diversified and complex, with some standard procedures and day-to-day research operations, procedures and protocols, as well as independent problem solving.
Duties
- Participates in protocol management: reviews and adheres to multiple research protocols
- Ethics submission to the Research Ethics Board (initial submission, amendments, renewals, applicable updates) and resolve any study issues addressed by ethics review.
- Assembles study specific source documents and prepares study binders to ensure regulatory documentation is maintained to meet study requirements
- Established protocol management to ensure that reviews adhere to research protocols including overall project planning and management for multiple clinical research projects:
- Conducts screening and recruitment of potential study participants; including obtaining consent, performs study specific assessments pre- and post-operatively as required/appropriate
- Conducts patient follow-up, data collection, case report form (CRF) completion, study monitoring, data query resolution; promotes patient's adherence to the study and monitors patient safety in relation to study protocols
- Conducts daily aspects of trials according to defined study protocols
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Biological Science, Psychology or other Health Science
- Previous experience with clinical trials is required
- Ability to work independently
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- A master’s degree is preferred.
- NACTRAC research course is preferred.
- Society of Clinical Research Associate (SoCRA) certification is an asset
At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of inclusivity and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.
The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes ayant une orientation sexuelle ou une identité et une expression sexospécifique; et tous ceux qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.
ApplyNote: This opportunity will be available until midnight May 20, 2025, Edmonton, Alberta local time.