Clinical Research Project Assistant

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About SickKids

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World .

Don't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare.

Position Description

Clinical Research Project Assistant

Summary of Position

The Child Evaluative Sciences (CHES) program at the Hospital for Sick Children is seeking a dynamic, highly motivated, and experienced applicant to join our team. Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and Research Coordinator, the Clinical Research Project Assistant will work closely with the research team to support and lead various study operations.

Here's What You'll Get To Do:

• Read and maintain a good understanding of study protocols and procedures
• Support and prepare research ethics board submissions, including amendments and annual renewals
• Assembling, reviewing, and updating study documents: consent forms, case report forms, packages of questionnaires
• Recruit study participants (identify potential participants based on eligibility criteria, approach and obtain informed consent)
• Administer study questionnaires and conduct interviews/focus groups with children, their parents and health care providers
• Organize the procurement of biologic specimens, tests from relevant departments (including collecting, processing and storing samples)
• Database management including checking data for accuracy and completeness, entry and cleaning
• Present and communicate new studies to clinical team as per site initiation visit
• Liaise and maintain engagement with clinical team and supporting departments to ensure smooth study conduct
• Actively participate and contribute during weekly team meetings.
• Assist with grant applications to large granting agencies.
• Train and supervise new staff including volunteers and trainees
• Spearhead quality improvement and innovation initiatives
• Chart Abstraction and Data Entry
• Scheduling interviews with human participants for focus groups/ follow-up visits
• Contact participants to follow up on research materials and protocols
• Other duties as assigned

Here's What You'll Need:

• Post-secondary degree in sciences, epidemiology, social sciences or a health-related discipline
• Minimum 1-2 year of previous work in a clinical research setting-successful applicant must be able to demonstrate their previous experience in data collection and entry, participant recruitment for clinical research, and provide examples of quality improvement capabilities
• An applicant must be able to demonstrate the appropriate knowledge and experience necessary to manage and complete work in a multi-task, fast-paced and multidisciplinary research environment
• Effective written and verbal communication, interpersonal and facilitation skills to develop good working relationships with the research team, co-investigators, clinical staff and other collaborators
• Experienced and comfortable working in a medical environment with clinical staff and interacting with patients.
• Demonstrated ability to function independently, requiring minimal supervision
• Adheres to confidentiality policy for sensitive patient data information
• Ability to deal with deadlines and set priorities
• Superior decision-making and problem solving skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong communication skills
• A commitment to understanding and aiding in the pursuit of equity, diversity and inclusion objectives

Desired Assets (but not required)

• Prior experience in a pediatric research setting and in pediatric kidney disease-related research
• Knowledge of research regulations and guidelines, including the ICH/GCP guidelines and Tri-Council Policy
• Proficiency with MS Office software (Word, Excel and Access)
• Strong computer skills including knowledge of database software for data management (e.g., REDCap) and aptitude for accuracy, detail and problem solving
• SOCRA or ACRP certification is an asset

Our Commitment to Diversity

The children and families we care for are from a variety of communities, and so are our employees. We welcome and encourage everyone to join our organization and be part of our team.

When requested, SickKids will provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and assessment process. Information received related to access or inclusion will be addressed confidentially.

Thank you for your interest in joining SickKids. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with our Hospital policy, employment at SickKids is conditional upon the Hospital¿s receipt of all necessary documentation.

How to Apply

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