Research Coordinator I - Paediatric Emergency Medicine - London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute

Posting Period

Open:           January 7, 2025

Deadline:      January 17, 2025

Non-Union

Job Summary

At London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute (LHSCRI), our teams pioneer discoveries that transform the health of adult and paediatric patients around the world. As the research institute of London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC), we conduct research where patient care is delivered, working alongside patients, families, health-care providers and academic partners like Western University. We are leaders in advancing the understanding, diagnosis, treatment and management of diseases and health conditions through a diverse research program that ranges from laboratory-based science to clinical trials. Our research has a global impact as we build on LHSC's 150-year legacy of health innovation and drive forward medical breakthroughs that make a difference in the lives of patients and their families. 

London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute (LHSCRI) provides scientific leadership aligned to the strategic plan and clinical strengths of LHSC.  Discovery-based scientists, clinical investigators, practice-based researchers, research staff and learners are supported through LHSCRI's Office of Research Services and Research Operations Office.  Research Operations are focused on integration of research in the hospital, and direct research support.

Teaching, Learning and Research 

London Health Sciences Centre is proudly one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching and research hospitals. LHSC has an unwavering commitment to lifelong learning, with education agreements in collaboration with over 55 schools, hospitals, and community agencies from across Ontario, Canada and internationally; among our many education partners, our three regional partners are Western University, Fanshawe College, and Thames Valley District School Board. LHSC provides students with a place that they can learn and discover knowledge and skills to take them forward in their careers as health care professionals. Approximately 2,900 Nursing, Health and other students ranging from secondary school to university graduate level programs receive training at LHSC every year. As an employee of LHSC, you will be expected to engage in role-related teaching, professional development, and research activities in addition to standard position duties and responsibilities. 

The successful candidate will work under the direction of Dr. Naveen Poonai in the role of Research Coordinator. The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) is required to coordinate local and multicenter clinical research projects including observational and quality improvement studies and clinical trials for one or more Principal Investigators. This involves complete project management of the study, including research ethics board submission, Health Canada clinical trials application, data sharing agreements, participant enrollment and follow-up, database management, credentialing, training, and supervision of study personnel.

Rate of Pay:           $32.66 - $40.83 per hour 

Hours of Work:      37.5 hours per week

Duration:                One year contract, renewable

Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Administration and oversight of a research study from design conceptualization to study close out
• Assist research assistants with participant recruitment or data abstraction
• Creation and maintenance of case report forms, study procedure manuals, and letters of consent
• Communication with participants in studies that require follow-up
• Education and training of nurses, research assistants, and physicians as it pertains to given studies
• Data management including chart abstraction, data collection, coding, and database administration
• Assist in grant writing process including literature searches, signatures, and letters of support, etc.
• Management of financial research accounts
• Management of study-specific health sciences research ethics board (REB) requirements including application, amendments, continuing ethics review, and data safety monitoring board
• Oversight of Health Canada clinical trials application (CTA), investigational technology application (ITA), and industry requirements for clinical trials
• Ensure completion and maintenance of LHSCRI training requirements for clinical research including Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and Tri-Council Policy Statement (TCP)
• Credentialing, training, and supervision of research assistants
• Attendance at monthly Division of Paediatric Emergency Medicine research rounds and Pediatric Departmental meetings
• Coordination of study-specific teleconferences
• Perform work in accordance with LHSC/Western University's corporate/departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety, Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans, and the Province of Ontario's Personal Health Information Protection Act.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's level degree in health research methodology, health science, or related field
• Certificate in clinical research (clinical trials certificate/diploma, Society of Clinical Research Associates, Association of Clinical Research Professionals) preferred
• Experience with Health Canada CTA, GCPs, SOP, TCP, and research ethics
• Minimum three years of experience in clinical research 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and REDCap heavily required
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, and organizational skills     
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

If interested in this role, please apply with a resume that outlines all current and previous experience relevant to the position. 

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or recruitment@lhsc.on.ca . 

As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an examination or test. Please be advised that a reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process. 

Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates, as a condition of job offer, would be required to provide a satisfactory police information check (original document) completed in the last 6 months. 

Work/Study Permit

Please be advised, if you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit we recommend reviewing work permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. As per the Government of Canada, LHSC is considered a hospital/healthcare organization, even if an employee is functioning in a non-patient facing role. Individuals on a work or study permit seeking employment in this sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process, including but not limited to a medical exam, which may also apply to employees looking to renew their work permits. It is the employee?s accountability to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions, and we encourage all candidates and LHSC employees to be proactive and review restrictions as soon as possible as it could be a lengthy process. 

Immunization Requirements:  

Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires must provide documentation related to LHSC's Health Review requirements. For more information and a detailed list of requirements, please visit Health Review Requirements | LHSC.