Clinical Research Coordinator – BACC Nurse (Research Institute)
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Description
RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).
Position summary
The MUHC Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Research Program aims to promote and improve the health of children and young adults diagnosed with cancer or hematological disorders. We support and conduct research and research training in health and illness with the goal of facilitating the development and implementation of clinical trials, biobanks, cancer control, and nurse-initiated studies and protocols. Ongoing efforts to strengthen the interdisciplinary aspects of research are a priority for us.
The incumbent is responsible for supporting the successful conduct of clinical research studies. They are a key point of contact for physicians and the healthcare team for children diagnosed with cancer, assisting in time-sensitive diagnostic investigations, biology studies and determining clinical trials available. They will assume responsibility for the overall patient management and coordination of several clinical research studies in the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Division.
The role also initiates and coordinates clinical trials according to regulatory and institutional guidelines and requirements, register eligible participants, manage the studies, extract, compile and submit data, monitor study compliance, monitor and maintain ongoing regulatory requirements, and provide information and feedback on designated clinical trial studies.
The clinical research portfolio for this position includes cancer biology studies and clinical trials from Phases I to IV.
General Duties
INTRODUCTION AND ROLE:
The MUHC Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Research Program aims to promote and improve the health of children and young adults diagnosed with cancer or hematological disorders. We support and conduct research and research training in health and illness with the goal of facilitating the development and implementation of clinical trials, biobanks, cancer control, and nurse-initiated studies and protocols. Ongoing efforts to strengthen the interdisciplinary aspects of research are a priority for us.
The incumbent is responsible for supporting the successful conduct of clinical research studies. They are a key point of contact for physicians and the healthcare team for children diagnosed with cancer, assisting in time-sensitive diagnostic investigations, biology studies and determining clinical trials available. They will assume responsibility for the overall patient management and coordination of several clinical research studies in the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Division.
The role also initiates and coordinates clinical trials according to regulatory and institutional guidelines and requirements, register eligible participants, manage the studies, extract, compile and submit data, monitor study compliance, monitor and maintain ongoing regulatory requirements, and provide information and feedback on designated clinical trial studies.
The clinical research portfolio for this position includes cancer biology studies and clinical trials from Phases I to IV.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Executes all aspects of study visits and collaborates with the entire medical care team,
- Performs clinical evaluation of the participants according to the protocol requirements, including but not limited to blood draws, urine collection, vital signs, questionnaire administration,
- Maintains, completes and updates: concomitant medication log, adverse event log, questionnaires and protocol specific source documentation,
- Monitors patient safety and medication compliance, completes patient charting accordingly,
- Coordinates protocol related tests and processes and ships samples according to clinical protocol and manuals,
- Provides coordination of all aspects of data collection and source documentation,
- Maintains and updates regularly the study laboratory kits inventory,
- Schedules and monitors site initiation visits,
- Develop informed consent documents based on regulations, supplied consent and institutional requirements,
- Complete Research Ethics Board (REB) applications in collaboration with Principal Investigator and submit for approval, follow up on queries and changes through final approval
- Prepare annual follow up for resubmission to REB, revise and resubmit consents based on protocol amendments as required,
- Liaise with other members of the study group to produce ongoing input prior to and after implementation of the study,
- Provide communication and education for the research team as well as to patients and families on study-related issues at time of activation and throughout the course of the study as needed, alerting them to any special study issues or requirements,
- Prepare protocols for use. Read and have a general knowledge of protocol. Maintain a diagnosis/priority list specific to the department’s needs in order to facilitate patient entry (i.e., eligibility, initial testing, staging criteria, and research specimen work up),
- Initiate and maintain a research chart which includes original consent, eligibility, response criteria, roadmap, and general correspondence,
- Participate in preparing, reviewing and maintaining institutional Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs),
- Adhere to ethical guidelines and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
- Attend patient review rounds (i.e. in-patients, out-patients, late effects, neuro-oncology),
- Attend educational events and meetings as required to advance expertise and maintain certification,
- Prepare and present training to all clinical staff (e.g. proper documentation, reporting, and protocols),
- Assist in other departmental needs.
Website of the organization
Education / Experience
Education: Bachelor's Degree
Field of Study: Baccalaureate degree in nursing (BScN),
Work Experience: Minimum of 2 years of related experience, with experience in pediatrics or oncology being an asset.
Professional Membership: Yes No
If yes, please specify:
- Good standing with the OIIQ,
- Certified Clinical Research Professional (through SoCRA or ACRP or equivalent organization) preferred
Required Skills
- Excellent French and English, spoken and written,
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,
- Ability to work independently or with teams with minimum supervision,
- Strong analytical skills and ability to synthesize complex material clearly. Needs analytical skills in order to solve problems that come up during a typical work day,
- Problem assessment and problem solving abilities,
- Time management: works with employees, medical teams and management and is able to handle multiple tasks at once,
- Exceptional organizational skills, meticulous and detail-oriented,
- Motivated and enthusiastic,
- Able to work in an environment with children and young adults with cancer,
- Comprehensively use computer software and technology,
- Experience in clinical research or oncology is an asset.
Additional information
Status: Temporary, full time (35-hour workweek)
Pay Scale: $55,692.00 - $103,412.40. Commensurate with education and experience
Work Shift: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm
Work Site: GLEN Site, 1001 boul. Decarie
***If you wish to include a cover letter, please attach it with your resume in one document. ***
Why work with us?
-
4-week vacation, 5th week after 5 years,
-
Bank of 12 paid days (personal days and days for sickness or family obligations),
-
13 paid statutory holidays,
-
Modular group insurance plan (including gender affirmation coverage),
-
Telemedicine,
-
RREGOP (defined benefit government pension plan),
-
Training and professional development opportunities,
-
Child Care Centres,
-
Corporate Discounts (OPUS + Perkopolis),
-
Competitive monthly parking rate,
-
Employee Assistance Program,
-
Recognition Program,
-
Flex work options and much more!
To learn more about our benefits, please visit http://rimuhc.ca/en/compensation-and-benefits
THIS IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.
Equal Opportunity Employment Program
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity, diversity and inclusion within its community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who self-identify as members of racialized groups/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. We also welcome candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may confidentially contact, research.talent@muhc.mcgill.ca
About Centre Universitaire de santé McGill
The McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) is a comprehensive academic health institution with an international reputation for excellence in clinical programs, research and teaching. Its partner hospitals are the Montreal Children's Hospital, the Montreal General Hospital, the Royal Victoria Hospital, the Montreal Neurological Hospital, the Montreal Chest Institute and the Lachine Hospital. The goal of the MUHC is to provide patient care based on the most advanced knowledge in the health care field and to contribute to the development of new knowledge.
Clinical Research Coordinator – BACC Nurse (Research Institute)
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Description
RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).
Position summary
The MUHC Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Research Program aims to promote and improve the health of children and young adults diagnosed with cancer or hematological disorders. We support and conduct research and research training in health and illness with the goal of facilitating the development and implementation of clinical trials, biobanks, cancer control, and nurse-initiated studies and protocols. Ongoing efforts to strengthen the interdisciplinary aspects of research are a priority for us.
The incumbent is responsible for supporting the successful conduct of clinical research studies. They are a key point of contact for physicians and the healthcare team for children diagnosed with cancer, assisting in time-sensitive diagnostic investigations, biology studies and determining clinical trials available. They will assume responsibility for the overall patient management and coordination of several clinical research studies in the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Division.
The role also initiates and coordinates clinical trials according to regulatory and institutional guidelines and requirements, register eligible participants, manage the studies, extract, compile and submit data, monitor study compliance, monitor and maintain ongoing regulatory requirements, and provide information and feedback on designated clinical trial studies.
The clinical research portfolio for this position includes cancer biology studies and clinical trials from Phases I to IV.
General Duties
INTRODUCTION AND ROLE:
The MUHC Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Research Program aims to promote and improve the health of children and young adults diagnosed with cancer or hematological disorders. We support and conduct research and research training in health and illness with the goal of facilitating the development and implementation of clinical trials, biobanks, cancer control, and nurse-initiated studies and protocols. Ongoing efforts to strengthen the interdisciplinary aspects of research are a priority for us.
The incumbent is responsible for supporting the successful conduct of clinical research studies. They are a key point of contact for physicians and the healthcare team for children diagnosed with cancer, assisting in time-sensitive diagnostic investigations, biology studies and determining clinical trials available. They will assume responsibility for the overall patient management and coordination of several clinical research studies in the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Division.
The role also initiates and coordinates clinical trials according to regulatory and institutional guidelines and requirements, register eligible participants, manage the studies, extract, compile and submit data, monitor study compliance, monitor and maintain ongoing regulatory requirements, and provide information and feedback on designated clinical trial studies.
The clinical research portfolio for this position includes cancer biology studies and clinical trials from Phases I to IV.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Executes all aspects of study visits and collaborates with the entire medical care team,
- Performs clinical evaluation of the participants according to the protocol requirements, including but not limited to blood draws, urine collection, vital signs, questionnaire administration,
- Maintains, completes and updates: concomitant medication log, adverse event log, questionnaires and protocol specific source documentation,
- Monitors patient safety and medication compliance, completes patient charting accordingly,
- Coordinates protocol related tests and processes and ships samples according to clinical protocol and manuals,
- Provides coordination of all aspects of data collection and source documentation,
- Maintains and updates regularly the study laboratory kits inventory,
- Schedules and monitors site initiation visits,
- Develop informed consent documents based on regulations, supplied consent and institutional requirements,
- Complete Research Ethics Board (REB) applications in collaboration with Principal Investigator and submit for approval, follow up on queries and changes through final approval
- Prepare annual follow up for resubmission to REB, revise and resubmit consents based on protocol amendments as required,
- Liaise with other members of the study group to produce ongoing input prior to and after implementation of the study,
- Provide communication and education for the research team as well as to patients and families on study-related issues at time of activation and throughout the course of the study as needed, alerting them to any special study issues or requirements,
- Prepare protocols for use. Read and have a general knowledge of protocol. Maintain a diagnosis/priority list specific to the department’s needs in order to facilitate patient entry (i.e., eligibility, initial testing, staging criteria, and research specimen work up),
- Initiate and maintain a research chart which includes original consent, eligibility, response criteria, roadmap, and general correspondence,
- Participate in preparing, reviewing and maintaining institutional Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs),
- Adhere to ethical guidelines and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
- Attend patient review rounds (i.e. in-patients, out-patients, late effects, neuro-oncology),
- Attend educational events and meetings as required to advance expertise and maintain certification,
- Prepare and present training to all clinical staff (e.g. proper documentation, reporting, and protocols),
- Assist in other departmental needs.
Website of the organization
Education / Experience
Education: Bachelor's Degree
Field of Study: Baccalaureate degree in nursing (BScN),
Work Experience: Minimum of 2 years of related experience, with experience in pediatrics or oncology being an asset.
Professional Membership: Yes No
If yes, please specify:
- Good standing with the OIIQ,
- Certified Clinical Research Professional (through SoCRA or ACRP or equivalent organization) preferred
Required Skills
- Excellent French and English, spoken and written,
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,
- Ability to work independently or with teams with minimum supervision,
- Strong analytical skills and ability to synthesize complex material clearly. Needs analytical skills in order to solve problems that come up during a typical work day,
- Problem assessment and problem solving abilities,
- Time management: works with employees, medical teams and management and is able to handle multiple tasks at once,
- Exceptional organizational skills, meticulous and detail-oriented,
- Motivated and enthusiastic,
- Able to work in an environment with children and young adults with cancer,
- Comprehensively use computer software and technology,
- Experience in clinical research or oncology is an asset.
Additional information
Status: Temporary, full time (35-hour workweek)
Pay Scale: $55,692.00 - $103,412.40. Commensurate with education and experience
Work Shift: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm
Work Site: GLEN Site, 1001 boul. Decarie
***If you wish to include a cover letter, please attach it with your resume in one document. ***
Why work with us?
-
4-week vacation, 5th week after 5 years,
-
Bank of 12 paid days (personal days and days for sickness or family obligations),
-
13 paid statutory holidays,
-
Modular group insurance plan (including gender affirmation coverage),
-
Telemedicine,
-
RREGOP (defined benefit government pension plan),
-
Training and professional development opportunities,
-
Child Care Centres,
-
Corporate Discounts (OPUS + Perkopolis),
-
Competitive monthly parking rate,
-
Employee Assistance Program,
-
Recognition Program,
-
Flex work options and much more!
To learn more about our benefits, please visit http://rimuhc.ca/en/compensation-and-benefits
THIS IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.
Equal Opportunity Employment Program
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity, diversity and inclusion within its community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who self-identify as members of racialized groups/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. We also welcome candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may confidentially contact, research.talent@muhc.mcgill.ca
About Centre Universitaire de santé McGill
The McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) is a comprehensive academic health institution with an international reputation for excellence in clinical programs, research and teaching. Its partner hospitals are the Montreal Children's Hospital, the Montreal General Hospital, the Royal Victoria Hospital, the Montreal Neurological Hospital, the Montreal Chest Institute and the Lachine Hospital. The goal of the MUHC is to provide patient care based on the most advanced knowledge in the health care field and to contribute to the development of new knowledge.