Clinical Research Coordinator

Primary Purpose: The Clinical Research Coordinator’s primary purpose is to proficiently assist the Principal Investigator and associated research team through providing research coordination and support. Success in the role will require some judgment and decision making, following procedures and guidelines set by the PI and collaborating with the research team.

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)

Department: Clinical Trial Support Unit

Status: Term 2 years with the possibility of extension or becoming permanent

Employment Group: Research Positions – Non-union

Shift: Mon-Fri, 8:00-4:30

Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0

Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $27.18 – 36.77 per hour. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Phase/Band: Salary Band 6

Posted Date: 1/22/2024

Closing Date: 2/19/2024 at 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: On Campus

The successful applicant will be required to provide the following current verification(s) where ‘Yes’ is indicated below. Further information is available at: https://careers.usask.ca/tips-for-applying.php

Criminal Record Check: Not Applicable
Driver’s License and Abstract Check: Not Applicable
Education/Credential Verification: Not Applicable
Vulnerable Sector Check: Not Applicable

The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin tendersglobal.net taapwaywin tendersglobal.net tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.