Senior Research Coordinator

Responsibilities include but are not limited to : Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Acts as a Leader by advising Research Assistants, Trainees, Phlebotomists, and Safety Staff on proper trial execution based on protocol, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and regulatory requirements.
• Conducts clinical in-person assessments with study participants (including height, weight, blood pressure, physical activity, sensorimotor functioning, DEXA, ultrasound, cognition, etc.)
• Conducts vital signs collection and assessment
• Monitors, records, and report symptoms and changes in study participants conditions
• Completes adverse event and serious adverse event reports and file with regulatory bodies
• Contributes to Research Ethics Board (REB) submissions and communications, including year-end and donor reports
• Responds to and / or assists with on-site emergencies, incidents and accidents, which may involve the provision of Standard First Aid, CPR, the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and / or the completion of an accident / incident report, when required
• Demonstrates ability to effectively communicate with clients and families
• Qualifications include but are not limited to :
• Completed postsecondary degree in a science or healthcare related discipline, or equivalent work experience.
• Certification as a Clinical Research Professional (SOCRA, ACRP, etc.)
• Current GCP, Health Canada Part C Division 5, IATA certifications
• Phlebotomy certification
• Certification in genetic counselling strongly preferred
• 2-3 years previous research or clinical trials experience preferred and / or a definite asset, particularly with older adult clientele and 3-5 years’ work experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator
• Extensive knowledge about cognitive, brain, and physical aging and the common tools and measures to assess them
• Current GCP and familiarity with Health Canada, FDA, ICH GCP regulations
• Excellent computer skills and ability to adapt to new technologies.
• Knowledge of Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act 1990 (FIPPA) requirements, as well as the Personal Health Information Protection Act 2004.
• Excellent verbal, written, and listening skills.
• Ability to document concisely and appropriately.
• Good client-focused service approach.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with clients and families.
• Ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders