Job Description

Clinical Trials Unit Manager

BC Cancer

Vancouver, BC

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Manager to oversee the Clinical Trials Unit at BC Cancer - Vancouver Centre. It is an exciting time to join BC Cancer as we begin to implement the BC Cancer Plan which has brought significant investment to our services. With over 250 active clinical trials, across 6 tumour group based business units you would be leading the most active clinical trial portfolio for cancer services in all of British Columbia. As a result, we are looking for a dynamic, curious, and effective manager to support change management and transformation of clinical research services.

What you\xe2\x80\x99ll do

• Provides leadership to the CTU staff through collaborative coaching, guidance and modeling key behaviour, identifying staffing needs, professional development, managing performance, and providing supervision and direction to effectively and efficiently deliver services to meet team goals and objectives of the Business Units and the CTU as a whole.
• Sets strategic direction for the CTU to ensure effective achievement of scientific/business objectives and to align to the BC Cancer Agency\xe2\x80\x99s research vision, mission and values.
• Coordinates and manages the departmental operating budget and specific study/project budgets by monitoring budget performance, managing the financial resources, workload and financial forecasting to ensure trials and projects meet the expected budgets.
• Analyzes requirements and develops written policies and procedures for quality management initiatives and Standard Operating Procedures for clinical trials operations. Develops, implements and maintains effective methodologies and standards for efficient management of clinical investigation studies in accordance with national and international standards. Leads the development and compliance of a quality assurance and improvement programs for the CTU as required by Clinical Trials, regulatory and accreditation standards.

What you bring

• A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in Science in a health discipline or related field including five (5) years experience in a similar role including previous work in the healthcare system and a multidisciplinary environment where clinical trials occurred, including leadership experience including, budgetary, human resource and project management.
• Three (3) years experience in the conduct of clinical trials. Certification as a Clinical Research Professional, preferred.

You will also have:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, leadership ability and strength in collaboration. Excellent organizational skills including the ability to prioritize workload to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects.
• Awareness of and commitment to learning and understanding the Truth & Reconciliation Commission\xe2\x80\x99s 94 Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight Report (2020), BC\'s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), and Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls calls for justice, and how they intersect across the health care system.
• Support team members on their learning journey, ensuring education strategy for team/department to implement Indigenous Cultural Safety at a practical level.
• Work collaboratively with appropriate Indigenous teams/departments to ensure ICS lens applied holistically.
• Have commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC\'s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That\xe2\x80\x99s why we\xe2\x80\x99re focused on your care too \xe2\x80\x93 offering health, wellness, development programs to support you \xe2\x80\x93 at work and at home.

• Join one of BC\xe2\x80\x99s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations \xe2\x80\x93 offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San\xe2\x80\x99yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type: Regular, Full-Time

Salary Range: $102,938 - $147,974. The starting salary for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidate\xe2\x80\x99s relevant education and experience, and would be in alignment with the provincial compensation reference plan. Salary will be prorated accordingly for part time roles.

Location: 600 West 10th Avenue, Vancouver BC, V5Z 4E6

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday; 08:00-16:00

Requisition # 156115E

As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.

What we do

provides comprehensive cancer control for the people of British Columbia.

BC Cancer is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

( ) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people \xe2\x80\x93 Be compassionate \xe2\x80\x93 Dare to innovate \xe2\x80\x93 Cultivate partnerships \xe2\x80\x93 Serve with purpose.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs:

PHSA is committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments\xe2\x80\x99 unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey\xe2\x80\x94one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation. True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination. Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.

ATTN: PHSA Employees:

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Labor Agreement Excluded
Requisition # 156115E-2409016
Work Site 600 West 10th Avenue, Vancouver
Job Type Regular, Full-Time
FTE 1.00
Hours of Work 08:00-16:00
Work Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Expiry Date 27-Dec-2023

Provincial Health Services Authority