Job Description

About SickKids

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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 - nor could it be maintained - 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't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare.

Position Description

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The SickKids Neuromuscular research group is a multi-disciplinary and inter-professional group of researchers, physicians, nurses and allied health professionals who integrate research and clinical care to drive innovation and improve health outcomes for children and youths with neuromuscular disorders. Clinical Research Project Coordinator (CRPC) coordinates research and clinical trials according to regulatory and institutional guidelines and requirements. This includes coordinating patient recruitment and data collection, study administration, preparing consents and paperwork required by the Research Ethics Board and organizing data entry and analysis. CRPC also assists in the preparation of study results, including presentations, progress reports, and manuscripts. This contract is for 12 months, with a possibility for renewal.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO

Expand and support the number of pediatric clinical trials within the Neuromuscular research group Manage several ongoing clinical trials and research studies Study start-up: write protocols, REB application, write consent forms, develop source documents, obtain hospital approvals and quotes, make study budget, complete regulatory documents, onboard and collect training/certifications from study staff, create study file/binder Study Maintenance: REB amendment and renewal applications, maintain and update study files and regulatory documents (consent forms, adding/removing study staff, CRA or CRO transitions), contract and budget amendments, study invoicing and payments, prepare for and attend routine monitoring visits Recruit and consent study participants Run study visits, collect and enter study data, query management, adverse event reporting Organize the procurement of biologic specimens and tests from relevant departments Assist with data and sample transfer from participating centers Participate in audits, site visits and monitoring by SickKids and other regulatory bodies or industry sponsors Encourage and foster collaborative relationships with other SickKids centers, government and community agencies

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED

Bachelor of Science Degree (B.Sc.) is a requirement Master of Science (MSc) or certification in clinical research would be a strong asset (SOCRA or ACRP) Research Ethics training: TCPS2: Core, ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP), N2SOP v9.0, and Health Canada Division 5 is required Experience with the pediatrics neurologic population would be an asset Experience with industry sponsored clinical trials would be an asset Experience obtaining informed consent and enrolling participants into research studies Experience with electronic data collection forms (eg imedidata, ClinTrak), REDCap Ability to function independently yet collaboratively within a team Effective communication, interpersonal, facilitation and organizational skills Demonstrated ability to utilize critical thinking and problem-solving skills Attention to detail and efficient time management A commitment to understanding and aiding in the pursuit of equity, diversity and inclusion objectives

Employment Type:

Full-time temporary 1 year contract with a possibility of renewal, 1.0 FTE.

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Our Commitment to Diversity

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SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion.

Accessibility & Accommodation

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If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team. SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

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