Job Description

About SickKids

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built \xe2\x80\x93 nor could it be maintained \xe2\x80\x93 without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice. When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World. Don\xe2\x80\x99t miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world\xe2\x80\x99s best in paediatric healthcare.

Position Description

Clinical Research Project Coordinator (Scientific) Project Description: CALIPER (Canadian Laboratory Initiative on Pediatric Reference Intervals) is a nation-wide initiative aimed at developing a comprehensive database of healthy reference intervals, also known as reference values or normal ranges, for blood tests in children. The CALIPER project is designed to fill existing gaps in pediatric reference intervals for medical laboratory tests used to assess children with medical concerns. For more information about CALIPER please visit: www.caliperproject.ca. Summary of Objectives and Purpose of Job: The CALIPER program is currently seeking a full-time Clinical Research Project Coordinator (CRPC) to join their team! The CRPC will be working closely with the Program Head and the CALIPER research program members. The CRPC\xe2\x80\x99s primary focus will be to coordinate scientific activities of the CALIPER program and various subprojects, which will include statistical analysis, data interpretation and presentation, preparation of abstracts, manuscripts, and other scientific documents, as well as various laboratory tasks. This position will initially be open for a one-year contract, which will be eligible for renewal up to five years.
Here\'s What You\'ll Get To Do:

• Read and have detailed knowledge of protocol and study procedures
• Perform data analysis, interpretation, and presentation
• Prepare abstracts, manuscripts, and other scientific documents
• Conduct laboratory activities (e.g. centrifuging, aliquoting, specimen analysis, instrument maintenance)
• Maintain and monitor sample storage and freezer organization
• Select/pull/prepare/ship samples for analysis

• Develop, maintain, update, and ensure adherence to essential study documents (e.g. protocols, SOPs)
• Prepare, review, and submit REB submissions (e.g. new applications, amendments)
• Liaise and communicate with external collaborators and industry contacts

• Assist with REDCap database design and maintenance (e.g. data entry, quality checks)
• Assist with data updates and testing of the CALIPER online database and mobile app
• Assist with study promotion, outreach, and recruitment (as needed)
• Assist with training CALIPER staff and students on scientific aspects of program (as needed)

Here\'s What You\'ll Need:

• Graduate degree in health sciences, data sciences, statistics, or related areas; MSc or equivalent required
• Statistical and laboratory experience in the context of clinical research required
• Experience with R and R studio is highly desirable
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multitask
• Enthusiasm and initiative
• Ability to work well individually and in a team setting
• Commitment to ongoing learning and development
• Commitment to operate within the boundaries of the Hospital for Sick Children policies and procedures

Employment Type: Full-Time, Contract (1 year; eligible for renewal)

Our Commitment to Diversity

The children and families we care for are from a variety of communities, and so are our employees. We welcome and encourage everyone to join our organization and be part of our team. When requested, SickKids will provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and assessment process. Information received related to access or inclusion will be addressed confidentially. Thank you for your interest in joining SickKids. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with our Hospital policy, employment at SickKids is conditional upon the Hospital\xe2\x80\x99s receipt of all necessary documentation. FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY: As a health care institution, our highest priority is the safety of patients, families and staff. As a result, we are adopting all prevention measures to ensure the safety of our patients, families and our staff. Therefore, any offer of employment is conditional upon you submitting proof that you have been fully vaccinated with a Health Canada or World Health Organization (WHO) approved COVID-19 vaccination as soon as possible and no later than fourteen (14) calendar days prior to the effective start date, in addition to satisfying any other condition(s) that may be set out in an offer. If a candidate fails to satisfy this condition (or any other condition(s) set out in an offer), any offer of employment shall be immediately rescinded. How to Apply Tip: Combine your cover letter and resume into ONE document of 20 pages or less as you cannot upload multiple documents as part of your application. If you are still experiencing technical difficulties please email ask.hr@sickkids.ca to send us a short description of the issues you are experiencing. Please note that we will not accept resumes sent to this inbox but we are happy to respond to requests for technical assistance.