Clinical Research Coordinator
About The Position
The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) serves as the lead coordinator on multiple concurrent clinical trials (up to 10 studies) and is responsible for the execution of study protocols and the delivery of high-quality clinical research data, while ensuring optimal patient care in accordance with Health Canada and ICH-GCP standards. This role is highly patient-facing and involves daily coordination of in-clinic patient visits, including screening, enrollment, and follow-up assessments. The CRC provides comprehensive oversight and coordination of clinical trials conducted at the Dermatology Research Institute.
Requirements
- Degree in a relevant health-related field with subsequent experience or Master’s degree in health-related field
- Equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training
- Minimum 1 year prior experience as CRC leading clinical trials
- Demonstrated clinical research experience and an ability to adhere strictly to research protocols and guidelines whilst remaining up-to-date with clinical trial trends and developments
- Thorough understanding of human research ethics principles and familiarity with institutional ethics committee guidelines and Good Clinical Research Practice
- Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of a team, as well as, the ability to exercise high levels of independence, judgement and initiative
- Demonstrated understanding of confidentiality, privacy and information handling principles coupled with the ability to work with sensitive information and maintaining discretion at all times
- Highly-developed interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to prepare professional documentation for various audiences and provide expert advice in areas of clinical or research knowledge
- Demonstrated relationship management skills, including the ability to interact with, negotiate and gain cooperation from internal and external stakeholders
- A clear Criminal Background check, inclusive of a vulnerable sector search, is required to start. If you have resided outside of the city of Calgary in the past 12 months, you will need to contact the local police or RCMP detachment in your previous residential municipality to be able to obtain a full report.
Nice To Haves
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) / Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)
- Phlebotomy/Venipuncture Certificate
- Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA) Certification
- Experience using clinical trial electronic case report form (eCRF) software
- Ability to perform phlebotomy/venipuncture
Responsibilities
- Acting as the primary point of responsibility for assigned studies, ensuring protocol adherence, regulatory compliance, and timely study execution
- Coordinating patient recruitment, screening, and enrollment, including conducting detailed eligibility assessments
- Leading daily patient visits, including study procedures, education, and ongoing participant support
- Obtaining and reviewing informed consent, ensuring patients receive and understand all study-related information
- Collecting, documenting, and managing clinical trial data with a high degree of accuracy and integrity
- Maintaining study documentation, source records, case report forms, and electronic databases
- Managing study timelines, resources, and competing priorities across multiple active trials
- Liaising with patients, investigators, nurses, administrative staff, and pharmaceutical sponsors to ensure seamless study conduct
Benefits
- Health and dental benefits available
- Ongoing paid training and professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
