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

McGill University Health Centre; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

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. The RI-MUHC is 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 will build on the observations of the Engage Cohort Study (2017-2023), conducted across Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver, and Winnipeg. More information about the Engage Cohort Study can be found at https://www.engage-men.ca/.

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

General Duties

1. Assist in data collection, including participant bookings and obtaining consent.
2. Interact with and assist Engage/MECS participants during study visits, answering questions regarding surveys 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.
5. Plan, develop, and implement operational and administrative tasks within Engage and MECS.
6. Perform data entry accurately.
7. Prepare submissions for the Research Ethics Board.
8. Assist in developing, updating, and implementing study instruments.
9. Conduct literature reviews relevant to the studies.
10. Contribute to the preparation of conference presentations, academic manuscripts, and technical reports.
11. Facilitate community engagement committee meetings.