Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm (Day shifts only)

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study.

Career Level

Requires 4 years of relevant experience.

Anticipated Fill Date

As soon as possible

Job Description Number

JD00570

Unit / Project Description

The Michael G. DeGroote Centre for Transfusion Research (MCTR) is an academic research centre, in the Department of Medicine at McMaster University. The Centre’s mission is to improve the health outcomes of blood transfusion recipients and donors by advancing innovative research. MCTR is looking for an experienced Clinical Research Coordinator (I) to join our team.

Job Summary:

The Clinical Research Coordinator (I) is responsible for implementing, monitoring, refining, analyzing, coordinating, and reporting on several clinical research projects. The successful incumbent will act as a resource for the development of protocols, study documents, operations of study management, and management techniques.

Should the successful applicant be a Unifor Unit 1 bargaining unit member, who meets the eligibility conditions of Article 19.02 of the Unifor Unit 1 Collective Agreement, then the Limited Term Assignment will be defined as a Career Growth Opportunity in accordance with Article 19 of the Unifor Local 5555 Unit 1 Collective Agreement.

Accountabilities:

• Apply specialized knowledge and scientific principles to review, critically appraise and interpret published literature.
• Write sections of scientific papers, funding proposals, and abstracts.
• Coordinate the activities of research staff and resources to ensure that the project progresses in accordance with predetermined timelines.
• Develop estimates of time and resources for research projects.
• Oversee the collection, entry, verification, management, analysis, and reporting of data.
• Use statistical software to analyze data and interpret results.
• Design and maintain databases, data collection forms, error checking methods and related programs for efficient collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Troubleshoot moderately complex computer problems.
• Write data management and operations documentation for projects.
• Liaise between the clinic centre and remote clinic sites and personnel.
• Conduct structured patient interviews.
• Ensure that the relevant research methodology is applied and all research material is handled in accordance with established protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in the development of promotional strategies and related materials to encourage participation and support for research projects.
• Consult on protocol development, student organization, and data management activities.
• Develop presentations and present information and training sessions to project personnel and project patients.
• Present at meetings, seminars, and conferences.
• Keep project participants informed of project progress through regular reports and newsletters.
• Implement and maintain research project budgets. Create financial projections and make adjustments to research project budgets throughout the fiscal year.
• Exercise appropriate controls, monitor, and reconcile accounts.
• Conduct literature searches.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study.
• Requires 4 years of relevant experience.
• The following is also an asset:
  • Evidence of research training (such as CCRA/C, CCRP, or a similar designation)
  • Experience with day-to-day clinical trial operations including patient recruitment and study visits, as well as Health Canada/FDA-regulated trials
  • Knowledge of current Health Canada Division 5, GCP, TCPS-2, and local privacy regulations
  • Experience developing study documents such as protocols, operations manuals, informed consent forms, and lab manuals
  • Experience coordinating biological sample collection, processing, and shipping
  • Familiarity with navigating Epic and MEDITECH EMRs
  • Experience with submissions to local and provincial Research Ethics Boards (e.g., HIREB, CTO, OCREB)
  • Skills in writing grants and funding proposals for both peer-reviewed and industry sources
  • Preference will be given to individuals with experience in data management, including use of REDCap, development of database dictionaries, and generating reports for data completeness and compliance
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Highly developed organizational skills and the ability to multi-task under competing priorities and deadlines, including coordinating multiple trials simultaneously
  • Detail-oriented individual with initiative who works well independently and as part of a team
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities
  • Knowledge of hematology, bleeding disorders, and transfusion medicine is considered an asset
  • Travel between Hamilton hospital sites will be required

Additional Information

To apply for this position, eligible applicants should submit the following in one PDF document:

• Cover letter detailing their research interests and demonstrating their level of expertise.

• CV

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:

• Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247), or
• Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
• School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

to communicate accommodation needs.

This position is located in a host hospital or other healthcare site that has an active vaccination mandate in place. Successful applicants will need to comply with these and any other health and safety measures necessary as part of their appointment.