Research Coordinator - Pediatrics

University-of-Albert; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Alberta is seeking a Research Coordinator to support a range of clinical pediatric studies. The role involves coordinating activities for SAPHIRE, and contributing to study design, data collection, and regulatory compliance.

Work is hybrid with remote and in-person elements, with primary activities at North Campus Edmonton. The successful candidate will collaborate with faculty and hospital partners to advance pediatric research from protocol to

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support multiple clinical research studies in pediatrics.
• Manage study logistics across SAPHIRE, including protocols, data collection, and ethics.
• Oversee the full lifecycle of research projects from initiation to dissemination.

Job description

This competition is open to all applicants however; internal applicants will be given priority consideration based on minimum qualifications, or a combination of experience, skills, and abilities before external applicants are considered.

This position has a term length of2 years.

Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person work. Work primarily takes place at North Campus Edmonton.

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Alberta is a leading centre for pediatric education and research in Canada. In partnership with the Stollery Children’s Hospital and community pediatrics across Northern Alberta, we provide exceptional care for children, youth, and families. Guided by our values of compassion, growth, and health equity, our team advances pediatric care through innovative research, accredited training programs, and unique learning opportunities led by dedicated faculty.

Working within the Division of Pediatric Hospital Medicine, the Research Coordinator will provide comprehensive support for a variety of clinical research studies focused on pediatric hospital conditions. The incumbent will specifically serve a significant role coordinating the research activities of the SAPHIRE (Supporting and Advancing Pediatric Hospital Research Excellence) research group. The incumbent will be integrally involved in the full lifecycle of research, with an emphasis on coordinating research activities. This role involves executing study protocols across multiple methodologies, including qualitative research, prospective observational studies, clinical trials, retrospective chart reviews, and survey administration.