Clinical Research Coordinator

Dr. Smita Pakhale and her team are involved in clinical research in equity and quality of life, focusing on tobacco dependence, health equity, anti-racism, COVID-19 Impact and the social determinants of health in multiple CIHR funded projects. Other clinical studies, regarding asthma, sickle cell disease, cystic fibrosis, and nicotine dependence are also underway.

This research/operations post is linked to our community research center located Vanier, Ottawa where we conduct Community-Based Participatory Action Research (CBPAR) in true partnership with the self-reported homeless, at-risk for homelessness, low income racialized including Indigenous population. It involves collaborations with multi-disciplinary scientist, community members, peer researchers from the community, allied healthcare disciplines, and collaborations with teams from across Canada, and US when required. The successful applicant will play a key role in developing, implementing, and evaluating the downtown Community-Based Participatory Action Research projects.

**The successful applicant will be supervised by Dr. Pakhale and be responsible for**:

- Overall operations of the community research office
- Monitoring smooth functioning of peer training, recruitment and implementation of research protocols
- Maintaining documentation on peer research training manuals, terms of agreements, confidentiality agreements with peer researchers, community advisory committee members, and volunteers
- Monitoring and preparing financial budgets for ongoing clinical research projects
- Participating in evaluation of the ongoing clinical research projects
- Participating in writing media reports, online blogs, journal articles along with the research team
- Interacting with local, national and international collaborators in the development and implementation of newer projects

**Basic Requirements (Education/Experience)**:

- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a clinical research environment and a postsecondary degree or diploma
- 2-3+ years’ experience working with marginalized communities, such as people who use drugs, are homeless or insecurely housed etc.
- Experience with health systems and/or health research, including quantitative and qualitative research methods
- Evidence of training certification in Tri-Council Policy Statement -2 (TCPS-2) and the International Conference on Harmonization - Good Clinical Practice Guidelines (ICH-GCP)
- Evidence of training in Food and Drug Regulations, Division 5, and/or Device Regulations, as applicable
- Previous mixed-method research experience, with extensive academic and non-academic writing experience
- Strong ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with excellent communication and organizational skills
- Mature individual with ability to work independently and within a diverse team environment

**Preferred Qualifications**:

- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (health, social sciences, or public health)

**Contract Details**:
This is a 3-year full-time contract with the possibility of renewal.

**Salary**: Min:$32.004/hr - Max:$46.147/hr

**Comments to Applicant**:
Please send a complete CV with a cover letter, detailing your community and research experience. Please connect experiences with existing work conducted by Dr. Pakhale and the community research center.

**Contact Info**:
Name: Natalia Szerszunowicz

Title: Clinical Research Coordinator

Program: Clinical Epidemiology

Ottawa Hospital Research Institute

Address: 501 Smyth Road, The General Campus, Box 211, Ottawa, ON, K1H8L6, Canada

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those invited for an interview will be contacted. The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute is an equal-opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.