Clinical Research Coordinator

**Clinical Research Coordinator - Job Posting**

**LEADER Research - Hamilton/ON**

**Full Time**

37.5 hours per week/ Day shifts

Mid/Senior Level

LEADER Research is a research site with specialized focuses on clinical immunological and dermatological diseases. Our centre conducts and coordinates phase II-IV clinical trials to contribute to the development of new treatment options for patients and improving their quality of life.

LEADER Research stands for Lima’s Excellence in Allergy and Dermatology Research. Its name shows an ongoing pursuit of excellence in knowledge and improvement, embracing the state of intellectual curiosity, leadership and innovation. Therefore, excellence means attaining a world-class quality level in allergy and dermatology clinical research.

**Position Overview**

**Responsibilities**:

- Conduct clinical research studies according to Good Clinical Practices and approved research protocol
- Be knowledgeable of study protocols so that all study activities are completed correctly
- Recruit patients for participation in clinical research according to research ethics board recommendations
- Obtain proper written informed consent from each study participant prior to participation in the study
- Screen potential study participants according to the protocol’s inclusion and exclusion criteria
- Train on our site SOPs, ICH-GCP, HC Division 5, TDG, CPR, PMR, and all required training sessions on sponsor’s databases, online portals and or study specific systems as required to conduct each protocol
- Prepare the study-specific staff schedule
- Coordinate ordering of study specific materials to conduct clinical studies
- Obtain vital signs as required per protocol (i.e., blood pressure, temperature, heart rate, respiratory rate, height and weight)
- Provide lifestyle adherence counseling and general training/education to study participants as required by protocol
- Obtain all necessary documentation as required by protocol
- Monitor and report all adverse events and abnormal results to the investigator, CRO and IRB if necessary
- Ensure ISF is kept current, organized, and GCP compliant for trial conduct and referencing
- Meet with the sponsor’s representatives to discuss the conduct of the study and review study data
- Participate in study related activities such as site evaluation visit, site initiation visit, investigator meeting, and others study activities
- Monitor the progress and deadlines of research activities, develop, and maintain records of research activities, and establish and maintain operating policies and procedures
- Negotiate study budgets with representatives and/or sponsors
- Other tasks as needed

**Qualifications**:

- Minimum of one to three years of relevant research experience, ideally including experience working on Health Canada - regulated clinical trials
- Bachelor’s degree in a health-related discipline, and/or post-graduate degree in a health-related discipline
- Ability to work independently, in a fast-paced team environment
- Effective time management skills and the ability of manage multiple competing priorities
- Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills (written and oral)
- Proficiency with MS Office including creating spreadsheets, reports and presentations
- Previous experience with phlebotomy
- Strong attention to details and ability to utilize critical thinking for problem solving
- Knowledge of Electronic Medical Records (ACCURO)
- Experience in the field of immunology, dllergy, dermatology is an asset

**Job type**:Full-Time

**Benefits**:
Dental Care

Disability insurance

Extended Health care

Life Insurance

Vision Care

**Schedule**:
8 hour shift

**Additional Information**:
LEADER research strongly recommends all staff are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and follow current Ontario public health measures regarding the pandemic.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $18.00-$25.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Hamilton, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- clinical research: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One location