Project Delivery Associate

Emmes; Remote; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading clinical research organization seeks a Project Delivery Associate to support the delivery of clinical studies. The role involves certification activities, data validation, and maintaining documentation accuracy. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in administrative, operational, or clinical roles, and possess excellent organizational and communication skills. The position offers flexible work conditions and various benefits, making it a great opportunity for those interested in clinical trials and healthcare.

Benefits

Flexible Approved Time Off

Extended Healthcare Insurance

RRSP Contribution

Tuition Reimbursement

Maternity/Parental Leave Top Up

Wellness & Healthcare Spending Account

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant experience in an administrative or operational environment.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support project‑specific certification activities.
• Perform certification data review and validation.
• Assist in tracking project deadlines and deliverables.
• Maintain study documentation and ensure audit readiness.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Clear communication skills

Attention to detail

Interest in clinical trials

Tools

Microsoft Office

Document management systems

Job description

Overview

Project Delivery Associate - OptymEdge

Location: CA Remote & US Remote

OptymEdge (part of the Emmes Group) develops proven solutions for training and certification of Visual Function Examiners and Visual Acuity Rooms. It partners with study teams to provide visual function certification that ensures a high level of quality and consistency for ophthalmic clinical trial data.

OptymEdge is the largest and longest‑standing certification organization in the industry. It pioneered visual acuity certification from conception. Services have grown to be synonymous with providing the highest level of quality and standardization of clinical trial data.

• Over 2,500 sites certified worldwide, since 1995
• Phase I through post‑marketing experience across anterior segment and retina trials
• Clinical Ophthalmology, Optometry, and clinical trial expertise

Primary Purpose

The Project Delivery Associate (PDA) supports the successful delivery of clinical studies within a technology‑enabled clinical research environment. Working within defined digital workflows and under close guidance from senior team members, the PDA executes assigned activities that support data accuracy, documentation completeness, and timely delivery. The PDA is clinical site‑facing and operational in nature, focused on learning core certification processes, understanding regulated workflows, and developing foundational delivery skills. The PDA contributes to team efficiency through consistent execution, attention to detail, and effective use of systems, forming the baseline for progression into more complex and independent delivery roles.

Responsibilities

• Supports project‑specific certification activities under the direction of the Project Delivery Manager (PDM) following established digital workflows.
• Performs certification data review, validation and maintenance within electronic systems, ensuring accuracy, completeness and traceability.
• Assists in tracking project deadlines, deliverables and milestones for assigned workstreams using electronic tracking tools and templates.
• Maintains study documentation within electronic systems, ensuring audit readiness and adherence to documentation standards.
• Performs basic quality checks by identifying inconsistencies, missing data or deviations from defined workflows and escalating appropriately.
• Supports coordination of conference calls, virtual meetings, and routine communications.
• Formats, tracks, and distributes technical and non‑technical reports using standardized templates and tools.
• Supports the PDM in preparation of study start‑up documentation and management of training requirements.
• Escalates issues, questions, or risks to the PDM or senior team members in a timely manner.
• Develops working knowledge of internal platforms and digital tools used across certification, data capture, and imaging workflows.
• Participates in team meetings and training sessions to build understanding of systems, processes and clinical trial delivery.

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant experience in an administrative, operational, clinical, or technology‑supported environment.
• Internship, placement, or academic experience in clinical research, healthcare, life sciences, or technology‑enabled operations may be considered.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly MS Word; exposure to databases or document management systems preferred.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills, with the ability to follow defined, technology‑enabled processes.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks with guidance and oversight from more senior team members.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Interest in clinical trials, healthcare, or life sciences; ophthalmology experience preferred but not required.
• Willingness and ability to learn new systems, tools, and digital workflows in a regulated environment.

Benefits

• Flexible Approved Time Off
• Extended Healthcare Insurance
• RRSP Contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement / Professional Development
• Maternity/Parental Leave Top Up
• Wellness & Healthcare Spending Account

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