Job Description

Posting Period

Open: April 21, 2023 Deadline: May 4, 2023 Non-Union

Department Name

Lawson Health Research Institute (Lawson) is the research institute of London Health Sciences Centre and St. Joseph\xe2\x80\x99s Health Care London. As one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s top ten research institutes, we are committed to furthering scientific knowledge to advance health care around the world. The Research Coordinator collaborates with investigators and the health care team to coordinate and manage several clinical trials. Studies include pharmaceutical-sponsored investigator-driven trials. Responsibilities for this position include and are not limited to clerical work, ethics submissions and maintenance, regulatory management, facilitating monitoring visits, patient recruitment, co-ordinating patient visits, execution of study procedures as outlined in study protocol, data entry, sample collection, processing and shipping. The Research Coordinator reports to the Principal Investigator.
Rate of Pay: To commensurate with experience Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week Duration: One year (with possiblity of renewal)

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a recognized Baccalaureate Degree or Master\'s Degree in Health Science or related field
• Minimum 3 years previous experience in clinical research, previous oncology experience is strongly preferred
• Experience in organizing, implementing and coordinating clinical trials is preferred
• Familiarity with Lawson & Western REB policies and systems is an asset
• Certification in Society of Clinical Research Associates (SoCRA) or Associates of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) is strongly preferred
• Current certification in ICH-GCP is an asset
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods/ International Air Transport certification is an asset
• Blood processing and phlebotomy certification is an asset
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) required
• Demonstrated computer proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Strong attention to detail, organizational and time management skills. The ability to prioritize multiple tasks to meet competing deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as an effective team member when liaising with all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

Immunization Requirements:

• Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, Tetanus/ Diphtheria/Polio; Meningitis.
• Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing (two step) and COVID vaccine series.
• For more information visit https://www.lhsc.on.ca/careers/health-review-requirements

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ2+ persons. We are committed to providing persons with disabilities equal opportunities and standards of goods and services, and are also fully compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005), as applicable.

As part of the assessment process applicants may be required to complete a written examination or test. Please be advised that a reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.

Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates, as a condition of job offer, would be required to provide a satisfactory police information check (original document) completed in the last 3 months.