Clinical Research Coordinator and Genetic Assistant (Research Institute)

IR-CUSM | Institut de recherche du CUSM | #ircusm; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A world-renowned research institute in Montreal seeks a Clinical Research Coordinator and Genetic Assistant to support cancer studies. The ideal candidate will manage patient recruitment, data entry, and facilitate genetic testing. Applicants should have a DEC in health or biological sciences and excellent communication skills in French and English. This part-time role offers a salary of $24.40 - $45.29/hour with various benefits including sick leave and a pension plan.

Benefits

6 days of paid sick leave per year

Vacation calculated on a pro-rata basis

Modular group insurance plan

RREGOP government pension plan

5.3% of gross earnings for statutory holidays

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a clinical setting.
• Training in a clinical environment considered an asset.
• Background preparation in human/cancer genetics is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment for the MOHCCN project.
• Facilitate genetic testing for patients with pancreatic cancer.
• Data entry and management of online study databases.

Skills

Excellent French and English, spoken and written

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and with teams

Experience with clinical research electronic data capture

Education

Diploma of College Studies (DEC) in health sciences or biological sciences

Job description

Clinical Research Coordinator and Genetic Assistant (Research Institute)

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Do you want to work for a world-renowned research institute that pushes the boundaries of biomedical science and health research? Right here in Montreal! At the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC), you can be part of an organization focused on scientific discovery and innovation in patient-centered medicine. Join us today and make a difference!

Job Description

RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC

The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned 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 RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).

Position Summary

Department / Research Program: Department / Research Program: Cancer Research Program (CRP)

The candidate will contribute to the Quebec Pancreas Cancer Study (QPCS) as well as affiliate consortia and clinical trial studies, including the Marathon of Hope Cancer Center Network (MOHCCN), which brings together leading cancer centres across Canada to collaborate on precision medicine to benefit cancer patients and drive innovation. The QPCS was established in 2011 as a familial patient registry for pancreatic cancer and related clinical conditions. Clinic-based activities of the QPCS include genetic counseling and testing in real-time for patients with a pancreatic cancer diagnosis. The key research aims of the QPCS are to characterize the genetic susceptibility of pancreatic cancer, identify early detection biomarkers and modifiable risks factors for pancreatic cancer, and develop clinical surveillance protocols for individuals at high risk for developing pancreatic cancer.

General Duties

• Managing recruitment into the MOHCCN project, including participant selection, clinical data review and management, and tissue sample coordination with research laboratory team.
• Managing recruitment into the QPCS patient registry at the MUHC site, including patient enrollment, biospecimen collection and data entry.
• Facilitating genetic testing for patients with pancreatic cancer enrolled in the study in collaboration with the senior genetic counsellor.
• Prescreening to identify patients eligible to participate in the QPCS and its affiliate studies.
• Enrolment of eligible patients into the QPCS and its affiliate studies, including obtaining family histories and building pedigrees.
• Navigating patients through genetic testing and study participation requirements by scheduling and coordinating clinical research appointments, genetic testing and biospecimen collections.
• Completing participant enrolment by 1) obtaining authorization for medical records as well as access to archived biospecimens and 2) sending requests for medical records and/or archival biospecimen acquisitions.
• Data entry and management of online study databases.
• Assisting with returning of genetic testing results to patients and treating physicians.
  
  

Website of the organization

https://rimuhc.ca/en

Education / Experience

Education: Diploma of College Studies (DEC)

Field of Study: health sciences or biological sciences, with background preparation in human/cancer genetics.

Other education considered an asset for this position: Training in a clinical setting, training in genetics, training or experience in cancer research.

Work Experience: 1-2 years of experience in a clinical setting (patient-oriented/clinical research).

Required Skills

• Excellent French and English, spoken and written,
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,
• Ability to work independently and with teams with minimum supervision,
• Experience with clinical research electronic data capture applications is an asset.
  
  

Additional information

Status: Temporary, part-time (21 hours)

Pay Scale: $24.40 - $45.29/hour. Commensurate with education and experience

Work Shift: Variable Schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM

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?

• 6 days of paid sick leave per year, which includes a maximum of 3 personal day,
• Vacation calculated on a pro-rata basis based on a percentage of your salary,
• Modular group insurance plan (including gender affirmation coverage),
• RREGOP government pension plan (defined benefit plan),
• 5.3% of your gross earnings will be added to your paycheque in lieu of statutory holidays.
  
  

https://rimuhc.ca/careers

To learn more about our benefits, please visit http://rimuhc.ca/en/compensation-and-benefits

THIS IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.

Equal Opportunity Employment Program

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 self-identify 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, [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Temporary

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Research Services

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