The Department of Pathology and Molecular Medicine at Queen’s University is seeking a temporary full time Research Coordinator to collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary health care team members to carry out a variety of research activities in the field of Transfusion Medicine. The Research Coordinator will work on clinical research projects part of the University of Toronto QUEST Research Program. The QUEST research program investigators are a dynamic group of researchers recognized as national and international leaders in setting and changing transfusion practice. The investigators each contribute a specific area of expertise and knowledge to the research program within its three research themes (Utilization, Education, and Safety).
Reporting to the Principal Investigator (PI), the Research Coordinator will assist with ongoing clinical research and administrative activities. The incumbent will be highly motivated, eager to learn new techniques and lead effectively in a team environment. Additional responsibilities will include data interpretation, budget and project management, training and oversight of trainees, and maintaining regulatory compliance. The Research Coordinator must clearly understand the importance of quality work as it relates to the impact on patient treatment. Note that although the scope of these activities may involve different hospitals associated with the QUEST research program, this position will be primarily based at Kingston Health Sciences Centre

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• University degree or three-year post-secondary program in health-related field or equivalent, graduate experience preferred
• Minimum 3 years clinical research experience or related field
• Knowledge of research regulations and guidelines, such as ICH/GCP guidelines, Tri-Council Policy, Declaration of Helsinki and FDA CFR and Health Canada TPD
• Experience recruiting patients required to clinical trial
• Experience using statistical analysis and data management software applications required
• Consideration may be given to an equivalent combination of education and experience

SPECIAL SKILLS:

• Respect diversity and promote inclusion in the workplace
• Ability to work independently and as a team member to complete tasks with little or no supervision. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Leadership skills to assist in providing direction and instruction to students and junior lab staff
• Critical observational skills with the ability to perform careful measurements and interpret experimental results
• Possess technical/scientific communication skills, both written and verbal
• Organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills. Judgement in choosing best protocol or adapting procedures to meet changing needs
• Will be adept at database management for each research project/experiment

DECISION MAKING:

• Determine what supplies, equipment, safety and operating procedures are required for functioning of the research project and how to most optimally allocate and utilize laboratory space and resources
• Determine how to best obtain consent from a patient or participant
• Identify and report of adverse events to the Research Ethics Board with the assistance of the Principal Investigator
• May be required to make decisions regarding the alteration of procedures or protocols, as the need arises
• Determine when it is necessary to seek advice or direction from supervisor with respect to experimental procedure, operation of equipment, etc.
• Decide what to do when encountering an unexpected problem while performing an experiment or respond to equipment breakdown and decide when problem is complex enough to contact senior staff
• Prioritize time and determine most efficient use of personal resources within set of priorities outlined by supervisor
• Determine timelines to ensure critical deadline for submission are met