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Clinical Research Project Coordinator, CanScreen T1D

Toronto, ON
Mid Level
Full-Time
Temporary
Contract

Top Benefits

Health insurance
Dental coverage

About the role

##About SickKids

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision ofHealthier Children. A Better World.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare.

##Position Description

The Canadian Population Screening for Risk of Type 1 Diabetes Research Consortium (CanScreen T1D) is a pan-Canadian initiative focused on determining the acceptability and feasibility of screening children for risk of developing type 1 diabetes and for developing and implementing a pilot screening program.

We are seeking an experienced Clinical Research Project Coordinator to coordinate Project 9 (Metabolic Monitoring and Follow-Up) activities and support Pilot Study activities, including participant transition from the Pilot Study into Project 9. This role will also assist with TrialNet activities, provide operational support to other projects, and support the work of the Consortium Coordinating Core.

Here's What You'll Get To Do:

Project 9 (Metabolic Monitoring and Follow-Up)

  • Coordinate day-to-day study activities and work closely with the study team in planning and carrying out all aspects of the study.
  • Serve as the primary liaison for participants transitioning from the Pilot Study into Project 9 and support ongoing participant follow-up.
  • Confirm participant eligibility and obtain informed consent in accordance with study protocols.
  • Support participant activities including facilitating home glucose monitoring, coordinating laboratory testing, and connecting eligible participants with TrialNet studies where appropriate.
  • Organize and maintain study documentation to support protocol adherence, including study binders, eligibility checklists, and participant tracking tools.
  • Ensure study activities are conducted in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Research Ethics Board (REB) requirements, CanScreen T1D protocols, and SickKids policies and procedures.
  • Manage REB submissions including new applications, amendments, and renewals.
  • Creation of participant-facing materials
  • Lead the development and preparation of study materials including protocols, case report forms (CRFs), informed consent forms, and participant-facing materials.
  • Conduct data management tasks, including completion of CRFs, data entry, and data quality verification.

Coordinating Core, Consortium Projects, TrialNet Support

  • Support TrialNet-related activities, including coordination with TrialNet study sites and facilitating participant referrals where appropriate.
  • Support project 7 activities related to facilitating participant access to clinical trials.
  • Provide operational support to CanScreen T1D Consortium projects as needed.
  • Support Coordinating Core operations including community engagement, knowledge mobilization, committee and working group coordination, administrative support, and data management.

Here's What You'll Need:

  • Bachelor's degree in health sciences, social sciences, or a health-related discipline. A Master's degree in a relevant field is considered an asset.
  • 3+ years of clinical research coordination experience, including direct participant contact.
  • Strong knowledge of clinical research protocols, REB requirements, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and study documentation.
  • Completion of TCPS2 (CORE) and GCP training is required or must be completed upon hire if not already obtained.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multi-site research environment
  • Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
  • Experience with Microsoft Office and REDCap
  • Certification as a Clinical Research Associate (e.g. SOCRA, ACRP accreditation) is an asset.
  • Experience coordinating multi-site or national research studies is considered an asset.
  • Experience with pediatric research or type 1 diabetes research is an asset.
  • A commitment to understanding and aiding in the pursuit of equity, diversity and inclusion objectives

**Employment Type:**Full-time temporary 1 year contract with modified benefits (i.e., health & dental)

##Our Commitment to Diversity

SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion.

##Accessibility & Accommodation

If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team. SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

##How To Apply

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About The Hospital for Sick Children

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The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is recognized as one of the world’s foremost paediatric health-care institutions and is Canada’s leading centre dedicated to advancing children’s health through the integration of patient care, research and education. Founded in 1875 and affiliated with the University of Toronto, SickKids is one of Canada’s most research-intensive hospitals and has generated discoveries that have helped children globally.

Its mission is to provide the best in complex and specialized family-centred care; pioneer scientific and clinical advancements; share expertise; foster an academic environment that nurtures health-care professionals; and champion an accessible, comprehensive and sustainable child health system.

SickKids is a founding member of Kids Health Alliance, a network of partners working to create a high quality, consistent and coordinated approach to paediatric health care that is centred around children, youth and their families.

SickKids is proud of its vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.™

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