Research Coordinator II - Clinical Trials Navigator

Open: June 19, 2024

Deadline: July 2, 2024

Non-Union

Lawson Health Research Institute (Lawson) is the research institute of London Health Sciences Centre and St. Joseph’s Health Care London. As one of Canada’s top ten research institutes, we are committed to furthering scientific knowledge to advance health care around the world.

Supported in part by the 5-year CIHR grant, RareKids-CAN will provide mentorship, guidance and oversee a part-time clinical trial navigator (CTN) at each of the 17 participating Clinical Trial Consortium sites.

Reporting to the local clinical research leadership, the CTNs will play a critical role in ensuring RareKids CAN is able to build child/family-centric research, clinical trials, and education capabilities with a focus on rare diseases.

Rate of Pay: To commensurate with experience

Hours of Work: Temporary Part Time - Up to 23.5 hours/week

Duration: 1 year contract with the possibility of extension

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the local point of contact for RareKids-CAN for all pediatric rare disease clinical trial inquiries.
• Liaise with local investigators/study teams to initiate a timely, and efficient study start-up for rare disease pediatric clinical trials.
• Assist with industry sponsored rare disease feasibility assessments.
• Coordinate data collection locally to support quality improvement and performance metric initiatives to capture study start up timelines, and other measures of success such as the total number of rare disease clinical trials taking place and the total number of investigators involved inpediatric rare disease clinical trials.
• Participate in mentorship and training opportunities, connecting with other research institute CTNs across the country to build local capacity and expertise.
• Attend and participate in monthly meetings hosted by RareKids-CAN to share best practices and lessons learned pertaining to pediatric rare disease clinical trials.

• Education required - B.Sc, B.MSc, or B.HSc or other related field required, or relevant experience
• GCP and IATA training an asset
• Minimum 3 years clinical research experience preferred, medical research background is encouraged.
• Experience in Rare Disease Clinical Trials
• Experience with REDCap, EDC and IWRS preferred
• Knowledge and experience with study start up and feasibility assessments
• Experience in multi-site clinical trials
• Experience in trials of all phases 1-5 an asset
• A working knowledge of LORA, REDA and WREM
• Strong communication and problem solving skills
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Proficient time management skills, ability to meet tight deadlines
• Responsible and Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative in an environment with limited supervision
• Strong work ethic
• Ability to follow instructions and complete assignments in a timely manner
• Available to work a flexible schedule
• Proficient in Word and Excel
• Experience with Research Ethic Board submission and correspondence, both local and central an asset
• Working knowledge or prior experience in Human Research Ethics, Tri-council policy, Good Clinical Practices, Health Canada and FDA regulations an asset
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Experience with manuscript preparation an asset
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

If interested in this role, please apply with a resume that outlines all current and previous experience relevant to the position.

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or recruitment@lhsc.on.ca .

As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an examination or test. Please be advised that a reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.

Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates, as a condition of job offer, would be required to provide a satisfactory police information check (original document) completed in the last 6 months.

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Immunization Requirements:
Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires will be required to:

• Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, Tetanus/ Diphtheria/Polio; Meningitis;
• Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing (two step);
• Provide proof of Health Canada-approved COVID-19 vaccination reflective of Ontario Health’s current definition of being fully vaccinated

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