Research Assistant

Staff - Non Union

Job Category
Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants

Job Title
Research Assistant

Department
Levin Laboratory Division of Nephrology | Department of Medicine | Faculty of Medicine (Adeera Levin)

Posting End Date
May 23, 2024

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above.

Job End Date
May 19, 2025

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Job Summary
EASi-KIDNEY (A multicenter international randomized double-blind placebo-controlled clinical trial of the aldosterone synthase inhibitor in patients with chronic kidney disease treated with empagliflozin) is a large international investigator-initiated study, run through University of Oxford and sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim.  This position is for a Research Coordinator to be part of the Regional Coordinating Centre (RCC) team in Canada. Under the directions of the Canadian Regional Leads, Drs. Adeera Levin and David Cherney, the RCC provides scientific and operational oversight, and support 20 sites in conducting the trial in Canada. The incumbent would be assisting the National Coordinator and Finance Administrator in coordinating activities of the RCC. The office is located at Howe Site, St. Paul’s Hospital, Vancouver however remote work is also possible but the candidate should reside in Greater Vancouver.
Organizational Status
The Research Coordinator will report directly to the National Coordinator. The RCC team reports to the Central Coordinating Office at the University of Oxford and liaise with the trial sites to facilitate trial conduct.
Work Performed

• Develops and coordinates work plans and timelines for the with day to day management of all sites within Canada.
• Troubleshooting various issues with the sites including local and central labs, REB submissions, training, translations, monitoring visits, travel, newsletters.
• Participates in completing and tracking central and site level REB submissions, approvals, and acknowledgements.
• Develops progress reports and ensures timelines are met;
• Respond to technical, medical and administrative queries.
• Liaises with stakeholders (funders, regulatory boards, staff) to resolve issues, and provides recommendations on all aspects of research work to ensure that the project s objectives will be achieved;
• Upkeep of Trial Masterfile and required regulatory documentation for all sites and essential documents are up to date as defined by ICH GCP guidelines.
• Ensure labeling, compliance and organization of finance and regulatory files.
• Responsible for planning and coordination of arrangements for various sized functions, including making travel arrangements, workshops teleconferences and contracting with vendors.
• Interacts with UBC and PHCRI accounting departments
• Performs other related duties as required

Consequence of Error/Judgement
The Research Coordinator receives direction and reports to the National Coordinator.  Errors in accuracy, judgement, tact and poor decisions could delay the timely completion of projects or be damaging to the reputation, and cause financial loss to the Initiative, the Department, Faculty, UBC and other institutions affiliated with the project(s).
Supervision Received
Works under supervision and receives direction from the National Coordinator.
Supervision Given
May supervise students.

Minimum Qualifications
Completion of a relevant technical program or a university degree in a relevant discipline and a minimum three years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own

- Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications

•    Experience with clinical trial research or research administration is preferred.   
•    Finance experience is an asset.
•    Excellent organizational skills including the ability to prioritize workload to meet deadlines.
•    Excellent troubleshooting and organizational skills as well as strong attention to detail.
•    Proven capability in identifying problems and developing creative solutions.
•    Effective oral and written communication, supervisory, problem solving, interpersonal, multi-tasking and excellent organizational skills.  Demonstrates responsibility and accountability.
•    Strong computer skills including Windows programs and electronic communications.
•    Ability to exercise confidentiality.