Research Ethics Officer | Permanent Full Time (1.0 FTE) | CHEO Research Institute

CHEO

3d • CA$38 - CA$46 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Research Ethics Officer will facilitate the ethical review and oversight of human participant research at CHEO and CHEO RI. The successful candidate will participate in research ethics review of human participant research studies, and act as a subject matter expert for the CHEO RI community. CHEO Research Institute Inc. (“CHEO RI”) is the research arm of the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario – Ottawa Children’s Treatment Centre (“CHEO”) and an affiliated institute of the University of Ottawa. CHEO RI works to create new knowledge and evidence to support CHEO in its provision of world-class care to our children. Our mission at CHEORI is to connect exceptional talent and technology in pursuit of life-changing research for every child, youth and family in our community and beyond.

Requirements

• Bachelor level education in a health-related field or equivalent combination of education/experience (preferably within the research ethics field) (Essential)
• TCPS2, ICH GCP, Health Canada Division 5 certifications (Essential)
• Understanding of the Tri-Council Policy Statement (TCPS2), ICH Good Clinical Practice, Health Canada Regulations, Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA) (Essential)
• Experience in using the Clinical Trials Ontario (CTO) Stream platform (Essential)
• Excellent computer skills, including knowledge of research related software (e.g., REDCap) (Essential)
• Outstanding organizational, accountability and time management skills (Essential)
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and think critically (Essential)
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment (Essential)
• Able to be flexible with working hours to meet deadlines (Essential)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (Essential)
• Excellent inter-personnel and stakeholder engagement skills (Essential)
• Eligible to work in Canada.
• Compliance with CHEO RI’s occupational health, immunization, and health‑surveillance requirements, as applicable to the role and work environment.
• Completion of a Police Record Check, in accordance with institutional and regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingualism (English/French) (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Conduct reviews of complex scientific research protocols and evaluate the ethical acceptability of research in accordance with ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead the conduct of risk-based assessments of new protocol submissions to determine the appropriate level of review and whether they meet legal, regulatory, and institutional requirements for submission and approval.
• Evaluate and manage risk on behalf of CHEO through interpretation of complex, technical, and potentially competing Hospital, study Sponsor (e.g., pharmaceutical companies), and regulatory agency policies.
• Make informed multilayered decisions in evaluating complexity and risk of research protocols, and handling or escalating risks as required to the Chair and/or CHEO VP, Research.
• Provide leadership and routinely make independent decisions in the interpretation and application of organizational and regulatory agency policies with respect to the ethical conduct in human participant research.
• Lead or contribute to the development, implementation, and review of research ethics standards, guidelines, policies, standard operating procedures, and educational content relating to research ethics.
• Monitor the health research and health care environment regarding emerging issues in research and research ethics to adapt to constantly evolving standards and ensure appropriate oversight and compliance.
• Act as a primary resource to CHEO researchers, Sponsors, other members of the research community, and the public to provide expert ethical, regulatory, and methodological guidance and support the development of study protocols for REB submission.
• Represent CHEO on internal and external workgroups and meetings; work collaboratively with external partners and stakeholders to ensure best practices and compliance.
• Support research ethics related training requirements for the research community, REB members, and other stakeholders.
• Perform other related duties, as needed, to meet the goals and mandate of the REB and Research Ethics Office.

Benefits

• competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• unique culture that fosters dedication, communication, respect and teamwork
• place where your opinions will be respected, contributions valued and your initiatives rewarded
• family-friendly environment that supports you and your own family, as well as the children, youth and families we serve
• chance to grow — personally and professionally — through our comprehensive orientation program and on-the-job learning
• support for continued education and learning
• potential for a relocation reimbursement benefit
• truly unique work environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level