Clinical Research Study Assistant - SHNRI (GEN)

Scarborough Health Network • Granbury, TX

8d • CA$30 - CA$35 • Onsite

About The Position

The Scarborough Health Network Research Institute (SHNRI) is dedicated to supporting SHN researchers and their teams in achieving their research goals. In this job, you will perform and support Critical Care studies and research activities at SHN under the direction of the SHNRI and principal investigators for research studies. The research assistant provides the necessary oversight and guidance to ensure regulatory compliance, grant administration, and quality control in study conduct.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree or college diploma in health-related studies
• Excellent interpersonal skills, the successful candidate will work in an office environment and with health professionals such as nurses, physicians, research staff and patients
• Patient screening and informed consent process experience
• Data input; experience using different Sponsor/ Clinical Research Organization (CRO) platforms e.g. REDCap, Medidata
• Familiarity with medical terminology
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Programs such as MS Teams, SharePoint and Word
• Great in person and telephone communication skills, including the ability to accurately summarize and communicate information
• Good time management, organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple competing demands
• Ability to work independently as well as in a multi-disciplinary team

Nice To Haves

• Certifications in the following: Tri-Council Policy Statement (TCPS 2) Health Canada Division 5 Canada GCP Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG/IATA) Phlebotomy CCRP
• Knowledge of the following: Declaration of Helsinki Clinical Trial Recruitment REB submission process Grant writing, review and administration Preparation and assistance experience during the conduct of auditing and inspection visits

Responsibilities

• Supports the preparation and organization of regulatory documents, delegation logs, and study binders
• Schedules and prepares for Site Qualification Visits (SQVs), Site Initiation Visits (SIVs), and overall study logistics
• Ensure SHNRI SharePoint is up to date with all study documents to foster collaboration
• Performs data entry into Case Report Forms (CRFs) from health records and source documents as per protocol
• Resolves data queries with minimal supervision
• Prepares, receives, sorts and processes clinical research samples following established procedures and in compliance with applicable regulations
• Provide support and assistance to the study team in preparing environment for conducting research activities as per protocol
• Timely communications with the Research Ethics Board (REB) e.g. prepare REB applications, amendments, renewals, and other correspondence and ensure proper filing
• Tracks approval timelines and ensures proper documentation is maintained
• Aid PI’s in setting up finances for their studies
• Interact with study participants e.g., scheduling appointments, informed consenting for low-risk trials, and other general Research Institute administrative functions
• Apply for grants as instructed by the RI or the PI
• Other duties as required

Benefits

• Defined Benefit pension plan through the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan
• Comprehensive insured benefits package including health and dental benefits
• New Graduate Initiative Enroute Program
• Critical Care Sponsorship Program
• Employee Discount and Incentive Programs
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), along with other comprehensive wellness offerings, including our Spiritual Care team of registered psychotherapists for spiritual, religious or emotional care; mental health supports; and on-site wellness rounding
• Recognition events
• Leadership Development and Learning Programs
• Tuition Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree