What You'll Be Working On (Duties include but are not limited to):
- Ability to understand and follow institutional SOPs
- Review and assess protocol (including amendments) for clarity, logistical feasibility
- Ensure that all training and study requirements are met prior to trial conduct
- Discuss study medication, required procedures, eligibility criteria and impact on office flow with Investigator and site staff
- Assist with planning and creation of appropriate recruitment materials.
- Assist in development of recruitment plan and obtain listing of potential candidates to contact from subject database
- Actively work with recruitment team in calling and recruiting subjects
- Attend Investigator meetings as required
- Coordinate and attend pre-study site visits, site initiation visits, and monitor visits with clinical staff and Sponsor/CRO representatives.
- Assist in the creation and review of source documents
- Ensure adequate supplies have arrived on site for protocol initiation (lab kits, study medication, specialized equipment, IVRS/EDC access and passwords)
- Study Management:
- Prioritize activities with specific regard to protocol timelines
- Maintain adherence to Health Canada Division 5 regulations and ICH guidelines in all aspects of conducting clinical trials
- Maintain effective relationships with study participants and other care Access Research personnel
- Interact in a positive, professional manner with patients, sponsor representatives, investigators and Care Access Research personnel and management
- Communicate clearly verbally and in writing
- Prescreen study candidates
- Obtain informed consent per Care Access Research SOP
- Complete visit procedures in accordance with protocol
- Train others and complete basic clinical procedures, such as blood draws, vital signs, ECGs, etc.
- Review laboratory results, ECGs, and other test results (e.g., MRIs) for completeness and alert values, ensuring investigator review in a timely fashion
- Identify adverse events (AEs) and Serious Adverse Events (SAEs) and promptly notify Principal Investigator and Sponsor (where appropriate)
- Record data legibly and enter in real time on paper or e-source documents
- Accurately record study medication inventory, medication dispensation, and patient compliance
- Resolve data management queries and correct source data within sponsor provided timelines
- Assist regulatory personnel with completion and filing of regulatory documents
- Preparation and administration of Investigational Product (IP; study drug)
- Monitor participant for adverse reactions
- Communicate regularly with PI
- Maintain a clean work area
- Comply with Safety and PPE standards.
- Perform phlebotomy and insert IV catheters
- Conduct delegated clinical procedures as required per protocol.
- Comply with regulatory requirements, policies, procedures, & standards of practice
- Receipt and proper storage of investigational products
- Maintain Investigational Product records in accordance with regulations and sponsor requirements
- Maintain the blinding of all study products where required.
- Maintain proper storage, security and temperature for all medications and investigational products
- Maintain appropriate research training and RN licensure in good standing in the province of Clinical Trials activities
Physical and Travel Requirements:
- This is an on-site position with regional commute requirements. Regularly planned travel within the region will be required as part of the role. Overnight travel will be minimal (<10%).
What You Bring (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):
- Working knowledge of medical and research terminology
- Working knowledge of federal regulations, good clinical practices (GCP)
- Excellent phlebotomy skills
- Ability to communicate and work effectively with a diverse team of professionals
- Team Collaboration Skills: Work effectively and collaboratively with other team members to accomplish mutual goals. Bring positive and supportive attitude to achieving these goals
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
- Strong organizational skills: Able to prioritize, delegate, direct, support, assign and evaluate others work and follow through on assignments.
- Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills as evidenced by positive interactions with coworkers, management, clients, and vendors
- Team Collaboration Skills: Work effectively and collaboratively with other team members to accomplish mutual goals. Bring positive and supportive attitude to achieving these goals
- Strong computer skills
- Ability to balance tasks with competing priorities
- Critical thinker and problem solver
- Curiosity and passion to learn, innovate, able to take thoughtful risks and get things done
- Friendly, outgoing personality; maintain a positive attitude under pressure
- High level of self-motivation and energy
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
- Must have a client service mentality
Certifications/Licenses, Education, and Experience:
- A minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience required
- RN license in good standing required
- Phlebotomy and infusion experience required
- Clinical Research Experience preferred
Benefits:
- 6 weeks paid vacation annually
- Access to group health benefits plan for self and dependents
- Voluntary group RRSP retirement plan with matched contributions