The Department of Surgery is seeking an experienced Clinical Research Coordinator (III) to oversee the coordination and management of moderate to large-scale research projects, with a focus on randomized controlled trials (RCTs). The ideal candidate has prior experience in multicenter and multinational RCTs, ensuring compliance with regulatory and ethical guidelines. Health Canada regulatory experience is highly preferred.
The Clinical Research Coordinator (III) will be responsible for developing implementation plans, designing promotional strategies, and facilitating participant engagement. They will oversee data collection, verification, analysis, and reporting, including maintaining study databases and ensuring data integrity. The role also involves conducting quantitative and qualitative research, leading focus groups, and applying scientific principles to critically review literature.
About the Department of Surgery
Over its 50+ year history, the McMaster Department of Surgery has maintained a steadfast commitment towards thinking big and making it possible. We are a Department with 11 surgical divisions and Royal College residency training programs; together, we are poised to unleash a future fueled by a creative mindset and powered by our people.
The successful candidate will be bring a positive, solutions-focused mindset, as we collectively work towards achieving the Department Vision.
About McMaster University
At McMaster University, our people are our most valuable asset. We strive to attract, develop, and retain the talented faculty and staff, and to foster inclusive excellence which values the strengths, perspectives, and contributions of each individual. McMaster is recognized as one of the top employers in the Hamilton/Niagara region and has been recognized as one of Canada's Top Diversity employers.
Job Summary:
The Clinical Research Coordinator (III) is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating protocol procedures and managing the daily operations of clinical research projects ensuring that all aspects of the project protocol are adhered to. Applies specialized knowledge to initiate, implement, coordinate, and manage moderate to large clinical research projects.
Purpose and Key Functions:
- Monitor and coordinate multiple research projects in order to assess the need for and to implement strategies to ensure the conduct of quality research, the achievement of expected time lines and deliverables, and the efficient use of human and practical resources.
- Troubleshoot problems at all stages of project development and implementation and assist with modifying protocol or project procedures to address challenges.
- Participate with a team in the development and authoring of research protocols.
- Recruit patients and enlist agencies to refer patients.
- Review referrals and keep track of intakes from various referral sources.
- Develop an implementation plan for research projects.
- Design promotional strategies and related materials to encourage participation and support for research projects.
- Perform both quantitative and qualitative analyses.
- Provide advice on and conduct analyses of complex data sets.
- Interview patients to gather qualitative and quantitative data.
- Facilitate focus group sessions with project patients.
- Gain the cooperation of research partners and team members by acting as the first point of contact on a variety of research projects and liaising with project collaborators, stakeholders, and staff.
- Exchange technical and administrative information with colleagues and project participants.
- Coordinate and manage the collection, delivery, entry, verification, analysis, and reporting of data.
- Identify funding opportunities and coordinate the submission of research proposals.
- Oversee the design of databases, data collection forms, error checking methods, and related programs for collection, analysis, and reporting.
- Apply specialized knowledge and scientific principles to review, critically appraise and interpret published literature.
- Write sections of scientific papers, funding proposals, and abstracts.
- Develop estimates of time and resources for research projects.
- Use statistical software to analyze data and interpret results.
- Write data management and operations documentation for projects.
- Liaise between the clinic centre and remote clinic sites and personnel.
- Ensure that relevant research methodology is applied and all research material is handled in accordance with established protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Develop presentations and present information and training sessions to project personnel and patients.
- Present at meetings, seminars, and conferences.
- Keep project participants informed of project progress through regular reports and newsletters.
- Implement and maintain research project budgets. Create financial projections and make adjustments to research project budgets throughout the fiscal year.
- Exercise appropriate controls, monitor, and reconcile accounts.
- Conduct literature searches.
Supervision:
- Provide lead hand supervision and is responsible for the quality and quantity of work of others.
- Ongoing responsibility for supervising up to 9 casual employees at any one time.
- Provide orientation and show procedures to others.
Requirements:
- Master's degree in a relevant field of study.
- Requires 5 years of relevant experience.
Assets:
- Looking for senior trial experience - running trials (PHRI)
- Prior experience in multicenter and multinational RCTs
Vaccination Mandate - FHS
This position is located in a host hospital or other healthcare site that has an active vaccination mandate in place. Successful applicants will need to comply with these and any other health and safety measures necessary as part of their appointment.
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