Research Ethics Coordinator

OICR•Toronto, ON

60d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Ontario Institute for Cancer Research (OICR) is seeking an experienced professional to fill an existing vacancy for a Research Ethics Coordinator (REC) to join the Ontario Cancer Research Ethics Board (OCREB) program. The REC is integral to the operations of OCREB and serves as the primary liaison between OCREB and the research teams. The REC is a key administrative position and is responsible for coordinating and managing all aspects for the submission, review, revision and approval of research protocols within OCREB via an online system. The Coordinator must be familiar with the most recent ethical standards as captured in the Tri-Council Policy statement and be able to communicate effectively with OCREB members, researchers, research coordinators and other staff at institutions throughout Ontario, as well as with other external stakeholders in the broader research community such as study sponsors and regulatory bodies such as Health Canada. The REC supports the OCREB Chair, Vice-Chairs and members and reports to the Research Ethics Manager.

Requirements

Completion of a bachelor's degree in a health sciences-related field or recognized equivalent required.
Clinical research experience in conducting clinical trials, including front-line experience with study participants trials or experience working with a research ethics board.
Sound knowledge of clinical trial conduct.
Sound knowledge of the regulations and guidelines governing clinical research and research ethics.
Strong computer proficiency (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, web-based applications).
Excellent interpersonal skills and problem-solving skills.
Strong analytical, critical thinking, organizational and time management skills.
Ability to synthesize findings and to judge and substantiate the significance of the findings.
Ability to make thoughtful, informed, and thorough decisions.
Ability to analyze problems, identify key information and issues, and effectively resolve.
Ability to handle details with a high degree of accuracy and to organize and prioritize a high volume of work to meet both internal and external deadlines.
Ability to work both independently and within a collaborative team environment

Responsibilities

Coordinates and manages submissions through all aspects of the review process (Full Board or delegated), from submission to approval/final decision via an online system.
Conducts an administrative review of assigned submissions to assess for completeness and for compliance with OCREB policies and SOPs and applicable standards, regulations and guidelines.
Assists with the preparation of meeting agendas, reviewer assignments and minutes.
Attends OCREB meetings and distills complex discussions, consolidating key oral and written OCREB comments, recommendations and concerns into formal letters to researchers.
Ensures that OCREB decisions are accurately communicated to researchers in a timely manner.
Maintains accurate documentation of discussions and decisions.
Communicates and coordinates with the Chair, Vice-Chair or other OCREB members as applicable to facilitate a final decision.
Works collaboratively with the Research Ethics Manager, the Research Ethics Officer, the Chair, the Vice-Chairs and OCREB members to ensure consistency in the application of OCREB policies and to ensure compliance with regulations, guidelines and policies throughout the ethics review processes.
Serves as a resource for researchers/research teams on regulations and guidelines governing the ethical conduct of research and on OCREB requirements.
Fosters effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
Participates in and contributes to regular OCREB team meetings.
Contributes to the development, implementation and communication of policies and procedures.
Willing to engage in special projects, when possible.