Research Coordinator – Research & Innovation #397-26

Brightshores; Canada; On-site; CAD 67,270 - 81,125; Full time

Job summary

Brightshores Health System is seeking a Research Coordinator for the Office of Research & Innovation (ORI) in Owen Sound. The role covers all aspects of research and innovation projects from start-up to archiving, while ensuring ethical and regulatory compliance and effective collaboration with investigators and stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has a university degree in health science/public health with 3+ years in healthcare research, strong data management and communication skills, and

Qualifications

• University degree in a related field (health science/public health).
• Postgraduate diploma or certification in Clinical Research is an asset.
• Minimum 3 years in healthcare innovation or research project management with regulatory knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Manage research and innovation projects through the full lifecycle.
• Recruit, screen participants and collect data per study protocols.
• Ensure regulatory compliance (ICH-GCP and Health Canada/FDA) and document adherence.

Skills

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Clinical research

Data collection

Communication

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Education

University degree in health science/public health

Postgraduate diploma in Clinical Research

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Word

Excel

Job description

DEPARTMENT: RESEARCH & INNOVATION POSITION LOCATION: OWEN SOUNDUNION AFFILIATION: NON-UNIONSTATUS: FULL-TIME, TEMPORARY (APPROX. END DATE AUGUST 2027)REASON TO POST: DIRECT REPLACEMENTSALARY RANGE: $67,270 - $81,125

Brightshores Health System is seeking a Research Coordinator for the Office of Research & Innovation (ORI). The goal of ORI is to improve health and wellness in rural regions. This role will include identifying, evaluating and implementing innovative solutions to address rural health challenges and enhance the patient and health care provider experience. The role includes management of both research and innovation projects throughout the entire project lifecycle, while maintaining ethical and regulatory requirements. Reporting to the Director of Research & Innovation, the Research Coordinator will work directly with investigators and other stakeholders to ensure quality and effective operations of research and innovation projects, including clinical trials, from study start-up to study completion and archiving.The Research Coordinator will assist with project preparation/activation/submission, comprehend and adhere to study protocols, recruit/screen participants, collect and record data, manage study activities, monitor compliance, report Adverse Events, educate/train and communicate effectively. The Research Coordinator will assist with policy and standard operating procedures development and review, and manage daily operations of projects to ensure protocol are adhered to and following ICH GCP guidelines and any relevant regulations (ex. Health Canada Division 5, TSCP-2, FDA).

Qualifications Required

• University Degree in a related field (ex. health science, public health)
• Post graduate diploma or certification in Clinical Research is an asset
• Minimum 3 years of experience in healthcare innovation, research project management or related field or previous experience working in a clinical research setting and a thorough understanding of regulatory requirements including knowledge of International Conference on Harmonization - Good Clinical Practice (ICH-GCP), N2’s Standard Operating Procedures
• Society of Clinical Research Associate (SOCRA), Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) designation is an asset
• Demonstrated excellence in planning, coordination and execution within tight timeframes
• Demonstrated ability in change management and quality improvement
• Strong collaboration skills including working in a team-work environment, as well as independently
• Strong problem solving skills, multi-tasking and demonstrated people leadership skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to work well with Microsoft Windows, Word and Excel, and has an understanding of research documentation platforms
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, sound judgment, analytical thinking and initiative
• G class Driver’s license and access to a vehicle; travel may be required to all hospital sites
• Recent satisfactory performance and attendance records
• Adherence to Brightshores ‘CARE’ Behaviours (Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Excellence) and ‘LEAD’ Competencies (Lead by example, Empower, Achieve results, Develop others) and a commitment to a safe workplace free of violence and harassment
• Advocates and supports a culture of patient safety and demonstrates an understanding of how the department service and assigned responsibilities contribute to overall patient safety at Brightshores through patient safety knowledge, skills and attitudes