Study Start-Up Specialist

4 days ago


Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full time
About the Opportunity

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Study Start-Up Specialist to join our team at Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health. As a key member of our research operations team, you will play a critical role in supporting the start-up of clinical studies, ensuring timely and efficient execution of research projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide administrative support to investigators and research teams during the clinical study start-up phase
  • Guide and support multiple administrative activities, including contracting, REB submissions, and other tasks as required by the assigned clinical research group
  • Independently manage multiple study and site level deliverables during the study start-up phase
  • Collaborate with the Research and Innovation team and stakeholders to develop institutional processes and provide recommendations for process improvements
  • Provide strategic advisory support to accelerate study startup processes, as needed

Requirements:

  • Master's Degree or minimum of 4 years related education and experience required
  • Minimum 5 years experience in project management is considered a strong asset
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a senior administrative coordination role in a clinical research set-up is considered a strong asset
  • Current knowledge of and the ability to apply ICH/GCP and all applicable regulations and guidelines
  • Well-versed on local Health Authority and Ethics Committees requirements
  • Leadership competencies including analytical thinking, action management, team leadership, initiative, collaboration, negotiation, persuasion, relationship building, and diversity proficiency and awareness
  • Ability to develop project/process workflows
  • Experienced in stakeholder engagement and alliance management
  • Knowledge of the health sciences research enterprises in a university setting, particularly in relation to hospital-based research, and knowledge of the national research environment
  • An in-depth knowledge and understanding of clinical research processes, regulations and methodology
  • Competent in both written and verbal communication
  • Experience working with diversity of staff and stakeholders, with knowledge of cultural competence, diversity, and social inclusion
  • Ability to work closely and effectively with a diverse cross-functional group of administrators; strong interpersonal and leadership skills; proven ability to effect and influence change through collaborative and inclusive style
  • Ability to anticipate needs, respond accordingly, provides guidance and support
  • Sound knowledge of information systems

What We Offer:

  • Competitive hourly rate: $37.61 - $47.01
  • Annual salary: $73,339 - $91,674
  • Eligibility for our benefits package, including health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage, as well as a defined benefit pension plan

How to Apply:

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.



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