Clinical Research Coordinator – Entry position (CVIS - IDIGH) (Research Institute)

McGill University Health Centre; Montreal; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre seeks a Clinical Research Coordinator for studies focused on the sexual health of men. The role involves participant engagement, data collection, and collaboration with a bilingual team in a dynamic research environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical research or related field.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in data collection activities, including participant bookings.
• Interact with and assist participants during study visits.
• Prepare submissions to the Research Ethics Board.

Skills

Bilingual communication

Data collection

Participant engagement

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. It is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC), affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University, and supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).

Position Summary

We are seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator for Engage 2.0 and MECS, integrated studies focused on the sexual health of gay, bisexual, and queer men, both cis and trans, as well as other men who have sex with men. These studies build on the observations of the Engage Cohort Study (2017-2023) (https://www.engage-men.ca/) and are conducted in Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver, and Winnipeg.

Engage 2.0 and MECS utilize respondent-driven sampling (RDS), a peer-based recruitment method where participants are invited through coupons from existing participants. The studies involve biobehavioural data collection, questionnaires, and STI testing.

General Duties

1. Assist in data collection activities, including participant bookings and obtaining consent.
2. Interact with and assist Engage/MECS participants during study visits, answering questions about the survey in French and English.
3. Communicate effectively with team members, community organization representatives, and co-investigators in both languages.
4. Ensure participant tracking and follow-up are maintained.
5. Plan, develop, and implement operational and administrative tasks related to Engage and MECS.
6. Perform data entry accurately.
7. Prepare submissions to the Research Ethics Board.
8. Assist in developing, updating, and implementing study instruments.
9. Conduct literature reviews to support research activities.
10. Contribute to the preparation of conference presentations, academic manuscripts, and technical reports.
11. Facilitate community engagement committee meetings.