Clinical Research Coordinator

This posting will be used to fill two positions.

These positions are a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

These positions have an end date of 12 months from the date of hire.

Location -  Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.

Working for 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 teeming with change makers, community builders, and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to more than 40,000 students in 200+ undergraduate and 500+ graduate programs, over 13,000 faculty and staff, 260,000 alumni worldwide and have been recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for over a decade.

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

Working for the Department of Surgery

The Department of Surgery has 15 divisions and offers programs in undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate studies.  The department also includes many other research groups that contribute to cutting-edge advancement in areas such as transplantation, joint preservation and regeneration, and surgical simulation technology.  Founded in 1922, the department has been a leader in its field, striving to achieve a balance between technology and the human element that defines the art of surgery.  The overarching mission of the department is to restore health through surgical intervention and to remember that patient dignity and comfort are integral to overall health.  Further information on the department can be found at www.ualberta/ca/surgery .

Position Summary

Reporting to the Principal Investigator (PI), Dr. Rachel Khadaroo, Professor, Division of General Surgery, the Research Coordinator will work closely with the PI to coordinate elder-friendly surgical research projects and will be responsible for the overall coordination of the PI’s research program. The focus will be on day-to-day research administration, as well as support for data analysis and research dissemination.

The Research Coordinator will ideally have a deep knowledge of implementation science in healthcare, with expertise in qualitative methods and theory, and mixed methods research, as well as the proven ability to lead or participate in research activities and projects.

Duties

• Writes and revises new/ongoing study protocols in coordination with PI
• Maintains all study materials including protocols, consent forms, and study information packages
• Assists with maintaining all standard operating procedures regarding study participant screening, consenting, data collection and quality assurance, and follow up procedures as per the protocol
• Assists with drafting and maintains ethics applications for studies, sub-studies and AHS operational approvals
• Effectively support the roll out and implementation of a new exercise program in pilot hospitals in Alberta.
• Develops a rich understanding of the successes and challenges of implementation from the perspective of different professionals involved, drawing on an implementation science approach as well as other theoretical perspectives on organizations, culture, and behaviour change.
• Contributes to interim and annual granting reports, budgeting, and generates/maintains the research management plans for each study
• Participates in the literature review, writing and editing of new grants
• Provides ongoing updates on study milestones, compliance and outcomes measures
• Enters data into electronic database (demographics, medical histories, complications, surgical information, surveys) and ensures completeness and accuracy of data entry and provides feedback and support as necessary
• Supports patient recruitment and retention into studies including maintaining logs, enrollment/follow up records, and organizing the requirements for study procedures to be completed
• Analyze data (quantitative and qualitative) using statistical software, generating figures and tables as needed
• Completes literature reviews and supports manuscript/abstract generation; writes/edits, formats, submits, and tracks submitted manuscripts as needed
• Schedules and participates in research meetings with investigators, collaborators, granting agencies, and clinical team members

Qualifications

• Minimum Master’s degree in Medicine, Health Services Research, Implementation Science, Public Health, Biostatistics, Clinical Epidemiology, or a related field; candidates with equivalent combinations of education and research experience may be considered
• Minimum 3-5 years experience working in a clinical/research environment
• Strong knowledge and experience in knowledge translation, implementation frameworks, and Quality Improvement will be considered a strong asset
• Experience in research administration and database management an asset, including interaction with granting agencies, ethic submissions, standard operating procedures, journal editorial boards, and electronic databases
• Ability to analyze clinical data and work proficiently with statistical software (eg. STATA) is required
• Previous experience in manuscript writing, editing, and submission, as well as a publication record will be considered an asset
• Proficient with computer programs (Microsoft Office applications, Adobe, Endnote etc.) and internet applications
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills along with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to be self-motivated and work independently

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.

Note: Online applications are accepted until midnight Mountain Standard Time of the closing date.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.