Research Coordinator Non-Licensed - Research Innovation & Discovery (203372)
Research Coordinator Non-Licensed - Research Innovation & Discovery (203372)
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Job Description
Req ID: 203372
Location: CentralZoneHalifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII
Department: RSH Anaesthesia 890468
Type of Employment: CasualHourly FT long-assignment(100%) x 1
Management/Non UnionPosition
Posting Closing Date: 23-May-25
Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. Were on a mission to achieve excellence in health healing and learning through working together which is reflected in the hospitals health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic tertiary and quaternary care as well as continuing care primary health care public health and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators collaborators and creative thinkers today.
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About the Opportunity
Reporting to the Department of Anesthesia Pain Management and Perioperative Medicines (APMPM) Managing Director of Research the Non-licensed Research Coordinator is responsible for the management and coordination of multiple clinical and non-clinical research projects within Nova Scotia Health. This includes supporting multiple principal investigators caring for the people participating in the studies including patient recruitment and consenting financial account management and compliance with regulatory requirements related to documentation and data collection throughout the study period for grant-funded and industry-sponsored research studies.
- Works with the Managing Director/PI/ Project and Research Coordinator to identify human and material resources required to operationalize protocols and submit REB applications
- Coordinates multiple studies/clinical trials for the department
- Assists with stakeholder meetings including investigators monitors data managers biostatisticians and other study personnel and service providers
- Recruits study participants
- Screens patient health records to identify potential study participants
- Obtains informed consent with appropriate support from the PI/Research Project Coordinator
- Acts as a key point of contact for study participants to answer questions or address problems and follows up as appropriate
- Educates and updates stakeholders on study/clinical trial protocols using appropriate documentation
- Attends relevant rounds and department staff meetings. Participates in Office of Research team meetings
- When appropriate prepares for and assists monitors/sponsor representatives during visits by ensuring all required test results and documentation are available
- Manages study budgets in conjunction with PI and Research Services NSH by coordinating project expenditures with detailed reconciliation of monthly statements and ensures receipt of study supplies.
- Confers with Managing Director/PI/Research Project Coordinator and funding sources on clinical trial/study progress compliance and interpretation
- Assists to develop educational/promotional material for the study/department
- Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements including policies and guidelines for funding and regulatory agencies with assistance from with the PI/Research Project Coordinator
- May provide guidance and support to research staff within the department by problem solving and troubleshooting
- As per the study protocol requirements obtains and/or verifies medical and family history
- Arranges for diagnostic and clinical tests and procedures as per the study protocol
- Arranges and books appointments for study participants registers participants for study visits and liaises with clinic staff and/or pharmacy as required
- Reviews lab test results and reports abnormal findings (as identified by lab) to investigators sponsor and other physicians as required
- Administers questionnaires and educates patients as per study protocol and procedures
- Monitors study participants for Adverse Events and/or Serious Adverse Events (SAEs) and reports to investigators for review
- Creates source documents in consultation with the PI where appropriate
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
- Completion of a health-related Bachelors or Masters degree.
- Equivalent combination of education research training and clinical experience will be considered.
- Masters in a health sciences or social sciences discipline is an asset.
- Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) or Certified Clinical Research Associate (CCRA) designation considered an asset
- Previous research experience strongly preferred
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word Access Excel PowerPoint) email and internet
- Proficiency in specialized technology and/or software programs related to research studies
- Knowledge of medical terminology and clinical trial regulatory guidelines
- Knowledge of bookkeeping and familiarity with health records
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrated time management and organizational skills
- Ability to work well independently as well as within a multidisciplinary team environment
- Demonstrated research and analytical thinking skills
- Previous experience in a relevant field preferred
- Ensures confidentiality and works in an ethical manner
- Ability to work with limited direct supervision
- Ability to deal with a wide variety of people and personalities in a professional manner
- Ability to anticipate and solve problems
- Capacity to build constructive working relationships
- Demonstrated self-starter decision maker and problem solver
- Ability to recognizesensitive issues and respond appropriately
- Ability to follow ethical guidelines and study protocols
- Pursues self-directed educational opportunities in order to maintain competence
- Competencies in other languages an asset French preferred
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education experience training and certifications.
Hours
- Long Assignment Full-Time/ 75 Hours Bi-weekly
- June 2025 to June 2026 approximately 12 months dates subject to change
Compensation and Benefits
$27.45 - $34.32 Hourly
$53528 - $66924 Annually
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health dental travel long-term disability and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
Once Youve Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination values diversity and is representative at all job levels of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous Black/African Nova Scotian Persons of Colour Foreign Nationals/Newcomers Persons with Disabilities 2SLGBTQIA to apply and self-identify.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Gig
