The Department of Physiology & Pharmacology in the Cumming School of Medicine invites applications for a Study Coordinator. This Full-time Fixed Term position is for approximately 1 year (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.
The Study Coordinator (SC) reports directly to the Lead Investigator in the Laboratory of Human Cerebrovascular Physiology. The SC will oversee the day-to-day operations of the CIHR-funded studies entitled: Brain-in-Motion I and II.
The Study Coordinator may be called to work weekends or evenings on some occasions for public seminars or workshops, or other events. The work will be in both an office and laboratory setting.
Position Description
Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):
Participant Recruitment & Management:
Participants are required to visit various laboratories for an array of comprehensive testing over a period of 18 months
Develop strategic methods to recruit participants as detailed by the protocol.
Implement and coordinate recruitment of participants, maintaining detailed documentation of participant statuses
Liaise with various organizations and institutions for recruitment of participants
Prepare and manage information packages for all potential participants
Screen participants for eligibility
Explain the study procedures to the participants
Maintain systems and schedules for sending reminders and follow-up emails to participants
Develop strategies to keep participants engaged (e.g., newsletters and workshops)
Liaise with community facilities regarding the locations for exercise training sessions during the intervention portion of the Brain in Motion II study
Systems Information Management:
Develop and maintain organizational systems for storage and retrieval of study materials on-site
Develop and maintain appropriate procedures, reporting and records as required by the Research Ethics Board
Coordinate computer systems for mailing, receiving, filing and inventory information related to the study
Ensure quality assurance for audit purposes of the large quantities of study materials
Data Management:
Using databases as determined with the Lead Investigator and the Clinical Research Unit to track data and compile reports for both studies
Assist in design, implement and supervising the study’s Data Management Plan for quality control, in conjunction with the Lead Investigator, collaborators & research team
Analyze study data as needed
Research Assistance:
Carry out moderately complex research assignments in support of the research program
Assist the Lead Investigator in writing grant applications for funds related to the study, such as operating grants for future studies
Prepare summary report on completion of the studies
Participate in the development of procedures and administrative materials related to the research program, such as operation manuals and guides for specific protocols
Resource Management:
Coordinate the work of trainees including undergraduate and graduate students and postdoctoral fellows
Train students in research procedures related to the studies
Provide support to students working in the lab
Inform the PI in a timely fashion of any personnel/work related issues that may require attention
Media and External Communications:
Develop a e-newsletter/and potential workshops for participants so as to keep them informed and engaged
Liaise and network with external agencies that may have an interest in study results
Qualifications / Requirements:
BSc or MSc degree in health sciences or related field
Some experience in research, ideally in coordinating observational studies for health research is desirable
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and public relation skills
Ability to work with close attention to detail
Ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently
Knowledge of University core business systems is desirable
Knowledge of university computer systems including Microsoft Applications, SPSS, Sigmaplot, – Adobe Acrobat, Reference Manager, and Matlab
Application Deadline: May 11, 2021
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.
Additional Information
This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Specialist/Advisor Job Family, Phase I.
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