Clinical Research Coordinator

Nature of Work: The CRC/CRN reports to the Director of Research and is accountable to the PI. The position is responsible for coordinating clinical studies within the PIs research program. The position involves some research assistant functions within the research program. The incumbent must be capable of working under general supervision subject to occasional review by the supervisor. The ability to effectively work through complex issues and concerns with low to moderate stress resulting from work pressure is necessary. Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills are required. The ability to work well as a team member is critical to the role. The position may involve field work and irregular hours, such as weekend and evening work.

Accountabilities

• Acts as the primary contact and provides administrative and coordination support for research
• Establishes and maintains strong working relationships with participants, researchers, and other study personnel; Liaises between study sponsors, staff, investigators and the CTSU
• Ensures per protocol tasks are completed as per the schedule of assessments
• Maintains organization and proper documentation of research materials
• Ensures a safe environment for research participants and staff
• Demonstrate a commitment to teamwork and positivity, along with an ability to create and nurture positive working relationships.

Duties

Study Set-up (20%)

• Participates in site pre-qualification and qualification efforts
• Ensures all required approvals are in place prior to enrollment
• Assists in planning, implementation, and coordination of data collection
• Recruits research participants and conducts eligibility assessment

Study Execution (50%)

• Coordinates and conducts study visits and procedures per protocol
• Obtains informed consent and conducts baseline testing
• Maintains informed consent and oversees participant retention and compliance
• Creates and maintains accurate patient source documents ensuring GCP
• Participates in Health Canada inspections and sponsor audits
• Prepares periodic and special reports, manuals, and correspondence

Study Close-out (5%)

• Prepares and submits case report forms in compliance with SOPs and regulations

Research Administration 25%

• Assists with monitoring and ordering of study specific supplies
• Attends meetings including investigator, site initiation/close out, and monitoring visits
• Provides general office duties, including distribution of memos and announcements, photocopying, mailing, and faxing

Qualifications

Education and Experience: A Bachelor’s Degree in a health-related field with 2 years of experience in clinical research or a Master’s Degree in a health-related field.  

Required Skills:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational, time, and project management skills
• Experience conducting patient-oriented research
• Excellent interpersonal and ability to collaborate with team members
• Detail oriented and able to exercise initiative and good judgement

Training: The following certifications are required prior to commencing any study related procedures

• TCPS2 Core Course
• Safety Orientation for Employees (USask)
• Off-Campus Activity Safety Plans (USask)
• Canada GCP (CITI)
• Clinical Research Coordinator (CITI)
• Health Canada Division 5 (CITI)
• Protocol Specific SOPs (N2)