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The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RIMUHC) is a worldrenowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal Quebec the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RIMUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Qubec Sant (FRQS).
Position summary
Department / Research Program: Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
The MUHC Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Research Program aims to promote and improve the health of children and young adults diagnosed with cancer or hematological disorders. We support and conduct research and research training in health and illness with the goal of facilitating the development and implementation of clinical trials biobanks cancer control and nurseinitiated studies and protocols. Ongoing efforts to strengthen the interdisciplinary aspects of research are a priority for us.
The incumbent will be responsible for supporting the successful conduct of clinical research studies. They will be a key point of contact for physicians and the healthcare team for children diagnosed with cancer assisting in timesensitive diagnostic investigations biology studies and determining clinical trials available. They will assume responsibility for the overall patient management and coordination of several clinical research studies in the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Division.
The role also initiates and coordinates clinical trials according to regulatory and institutional guidelines and requirements register eligible participants manage the studies extract compile and submit data monitor study compliance monitor and maintain ongoing regulatory requirements and provide information and feedback on designated clinical trial studies.
The clinical research portfolio for this position includes cancer biology studies personalized cancer treatment studies and Neuroblastoma tumor studies. The clinical trials under this portfolio are from Phases I to IV.
General Duties
Execute all aspects of study visits and collaborate with the entire medical care team
Perform clinical evaluation of the participants according to the protocol requirements including but not limited to blood draws urine collection vital signs questionnaire administration
Recruit research participants
Maintain complete and update: concomitant medication log adverse event log questionnaires and protocol specific source documentation
Monitor patient safety and medication compliance completes patient charting accordingly
Coordinate protocol related tests and process and ship samples according to clinical protocol and manuals
Provide coordination of all aspects of data collection and source documentation
Maintain and update the study laboratory kits inventory on a regular basis
Schedule and monitors site initiation visits
Develop informed consent documents based on regulations supplied consent and institutional requirements
Complete Research Ethics Board (REB) applications in collaboration with Principal Investigator and submit for approval follow up on queries and changes through final approval
Prepare annual follow up for resubmission to REB revise and resubmit consents based on protocol amendments as required
Liaise with other members of the study group to produce ongoing input prior to and after implementation of the study
Provide communication and education for the research team as well as to patients and families on studyrelated issues at time of activation and throughout the course of the study as needed alerting them to any special study issues or requirements
Prepare protocols for use. Read and have a general knowledge of protocol. Maintain a diagnosis/priority list specific to the departments needs in order to facilitate patient entry (i.e. eligibility initial testing staging criteria and research specimen work up)
Initiate and maintain a research chart which includes original consent eligibility response criteria roadmap and general correspondence
Participate in preparing reviewing and maintaining institutional Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Adhere to ethical guidelines and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
Attend patient review rounds (i.e. inpatients outpatients late effects neurooncology)
Attend educational events and meetings as required to advance expertise and maintain certification
Prepare and present training to all clinical staff (e.g. proper documentation reporting and protocols)
Assist in other departmental needs.
Education: Bachelors Degree
Field of Study: Nursing
Work Experience:
Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience
Experience in pediatrics or oncology is an asset
Experience in clinical research is an asset.
Professional Membership: Yes No
If yes please specify: OIIQ
Certified Clinical Research Professional (through SoCRA or ACRP or equivalent organization) preferred
Excellent French and English spoken and written
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently or with teams with minimum supervision
Strong analytical skills and ability to synthesize complex material clearly. Needs analytical skills in order to solve problems that come up during a typical work day
Problem assessment and problem solving abilities
Time management: works with employees medical teams and management and is able to handle multiple tasks at once
Exceptional organizational skills meticulous and detailoriented
Motivated and enthusiastic
Able to work in an environment with children and young adults with cancer
Comprehensively use computer software and technology.
Status: Temporary full time 35hour workweek)
Pay Scale: Commensurate with education and work experience. $54327.00 $100882.60
Work Shift: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm
Work Site: GLEN Site 1001 boul. Decarie
***If you wish to include a cover letter please attach it with your resume in one PDF document. ***
Why work with us
4week vacation 5th week after 5 years
Bank of 12 paid days (personal days and days for sickness or family obligations)
13 paid statutory holidays
Modular group insurance plan (including gender affirmation coverage)
Telemedicine
RREGOP (defined benefit government pension plan)
Training and professional development opportunities
Child Care Centres
Corporate Discounts (OPUS Perkopolis)
Competitive monthly parking rate
Employee Assistance Program
Recognition Program
Flex work options and much more!
https://rimuhc/careers
To learn more about our benefits please visit http://rimuhc/en/compensationandbenefits
THIS IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity diversity and inclusion within its community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who selfidentify as members of racialized groups/visible minorities women Indigenous persons persons with disabilities ethnic minorities and 2SLGBTQIA persons. We also welcome candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may confidentially contact
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