Job Description

Description

The

Department of Medicine

in the

Cumming School of Medicine

invites applications for a

Research Lead

. This Part-time Fixed Term position is for approximately 6 months (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.


Reporting to the Transplant Wellness Program Physician Lead (Medical Director).


This position is a very dynamic role, interacting with many Investigators / Health Care professionals on multiple projects and staff members. This position has a moderate to high level of stress. There is a substantial impact of error because of the quality standards expected, as mistakes would seriously affect the credibility and reputation of the University.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

(job functions include but are not limited to):


Research Program Management:

Establish standard operating procedures (SOPs)and execute plans in collaboration with the Medical Director Responsible for working with the Medical Director to determine positions that would support the strategic goals of the Transplant Wellness Program (TWP) Help with creation of job profiles, hiring, and onboarding of staff Performs and engages staff in annual performance reviews When required, performs disciplinary, including terminations, actions Oversees the complete range of human resource management for operational staff Oversee the financial administration of research program (paying invoices, sourcing vendors, etc.) Preparation of presentations, knowledge translation (KT) materials Education of patients, family and other health care professionals Establish and monitor project schedules and report on progress Identify risks, contingencies and alternatives for projects Facilitate internal and stakeholder communications Management of project operations Provides technical support to Faculty, staff and students

Subject Management:

Conduct informed consent process, according to protocol specifications and GCP guidelines Pre-screen subjects for eligibility requirements and document on screening log Recruitment and enrolment of human subjects Preparation and maintenance and reporting of Adverse and Serious adverse event reports Educate subject regarding protocol requirements Ensure compliance through education, support and monitoring progress Document and follow study drop-outs and withdrawals Data collection

Adverse Event Issues:

Observe, query, and document medical events (adverse events, local and non-local) Present Principal Investigator with relevant information for determination of seriousness, causality, and intervention Act on Principal Investigators recommendation for adverse event intervention (e.g. stop research drug/product, call subject, retest, treat) Maintain follow up to determine resolution of adverse event Report serious adverse events to Sponsor and the CHREB within required timelines Record adverse events and relevant information on source document, CRF, and sponsor-specific forms

Qualifications / Requirements:

Bachelors Degree in a related field required, Masters degree an asset Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP) designation is an asset Intermediate to advanced REDCap skills Minimum 2 years in a research position working with Investigator driven trials A combination of education and experience will be considered Demonstrated experience effectively managing projects/priorities with competing deadlines Applied experience with the inform consent process, screening, and conducting study visits according to protocol specifications Thorough understanding of International Conference on Harmonization (ICH), Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Guidelines and privacy requirements. Working knowledge of Alberta's Health Information Act (HIA) and Privacy Act Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills Intermediate to advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office, experience with eCRF systems Ability to work independently and interdependently within a team Ability to solve complex problems Experience with SOP development and maintenance Knowledge of the University of Calgary business and research systems (PeopleSoft, eFIN, IRISS etc.) required

Application Deadline:

September 26, 2025

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.


This position is classified in the

Research Career Band, Level 2

of the Management and Professional Staff Career Framework.


For a listing of all management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our

Management and Staff Careers website

.

About the University of Calgary

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