Research Project Manager III

Unit Summary

The Population Health Research Institute (PHRI), a joint institute of Hamilton Health Sciences and McMaster University, with over 300 employees working directly with 60 researchers. PHRI conducts clinical research internationally in 105 countries and is a world leader in large, global health and population and health outcomes research. Our capacity to conduct multiple international studies concurrently, with tens of thousands of participants in each, is a capability very few organizations in the world can match.

Position Summary

The Research Project Manager III is to lead a team in the central coordination of one or more multicenter research studies and are accountable to the Principal Investigator and the Program Director, Research Operations, and is responsible for the management of staff assigned to the study, as well as the primary point of contact for internal departments and external stakeholders. Responsibilities include: Plan, manage and oversee the activities required to implement, conduct, and complete a multi- centre research study; Ensure relevant clinical and research methodology is applied throughout the conduct of the research study;. Design required study management plans required for the conduct of the research study; Control for risk identification, risk mitigation and issue resolution for the research study and develop targets and timelines for deliverables, anticipates potential delays and proactively develop strategies to achieve a positive outcome;. Coordinate the design, development and implementation of study database, and other required study systems; Manage and coordinate the collection, entry, verification, analysis and reporting of research study data and quality indicators; Manage and allocate study personnel resources to research studies and across the program. Provide guidance and direction to study team in developing solutions to study challenges;. Identify required staff and prepare job postings, conduct interviews, and hire qualified staff;. Develop, implement, and control study budgets. This includes both industry funding and grants; Lead and direct national and international group meetings and planning sessions for scientific collaboration; prepare and present study results at large international scientific meetings; contribute to protocol development.;. Participate along with the principal investigator in the preparation and publication of study results in peer-reviewed journals and presentation of study results at scientific meetings; and Primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.

Schedule Work Hours

Monday-Friday; 37.5 hours weekly

Qualifications

1. Undergraduate degree in sciences or health science and a clinical research certification (CCRP, ACRP or post-graduate certification in clinical research) is required.
2. Minimum of 5 years’ experience in multi-centre research studies.
3. Minimum of 5 years’ experience with the management of large clinical research datasets.
4. Minimum of 5 years supervisory experience and team coordination experience.
5. Excellent communication, problem solving skills and ability to work flexible hours.
6. Knowledge of ICH-GCP Guidelines and international research requirements.
7. Broad knowledge of research methodology, clinical trials and drug development processes.

Hamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners.

To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact Human Resources at 905-521-2100, Ext. 46947 for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made.

This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment. Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset.