Clinical Research Associate

The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute is the research arm of The Ottawa Hospital – one of Canada’s largest learning and research hospitals. We are proudly affiliated with the University of Ottawa and supported by The Ottawa Hospital Foundation. With more than 2200 scientists, clinician investigators, trainees and staff, and total revenues of more than $120 million, we are one of the foremost Canadian hospital-based research institutes. Our research spans more than a hundred different diseases, conditions, and specialties with an overall focus on translating discoveries and knowledge into better health.

Job Description
We are looking for a Clinical Research Associate to join “The Ontario Regional Blood Coordinating Network – North and East Ontario Office”.

The Main Responsibilities are:
•Project management and participation on project teams ensuring project deliverables are on time and within scope and budget.
•Provide support and assistance to hospital personnel in Northern and Eastern Ontario region as needed.
•Develop educational resources for hospital personnel related to transfusion medicine based on national standards, accreditation requirements and regulations.

Basic Requirements (Education/Experience):
•Master’s degree in a relevant field and 2 years of related experience (a combination of education and experience will also be considered i.e.,   Bachelor’s degree/Diploma and 5 years of related experience)
•3 years of project management experience
•Healthcare Professional Licensed to practice in Ontario (MLT, MLA/Tor RN)
•3-5 years of experience in blood transfusion/transfusion medicine or related experience
•Ability to effectively communicate in both oral and written formats for both technical and non-technical audiences.
•Time management skills and ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
•Proven ability to work independently, take direction from various sources and prioritize workload with particular attention to detail.
•Flexibility to accommodate periodic demanding deadlines.
•Must have excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
•Ability to multi-task, work accurately and effectively under pressure, meet deadlines, and remain composed in high-pressure situations.
•Excellent computer skills, including word processing, presentation, Internet and spreadsheet, data management and data visualization skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
•Advanced education in Transfusion Medicine/Science
•English / French bilingual

Contract Details:
This is a 1-year full-time position with possibility of renewal.
Salary Range: $38.444 – 47.741

Comments to Applicant:
Please send a complete CV with description of research experience to:

Contact Info:
Name: Tracy Cameron
Title: Regional Manager
Program: Ontario Regional Blood Coordinating Network
Ottawa Hospital Research Institute
Address: 1053 Carling Ave, Box #638
Email: tcameron@ohri.ca
Website: http://transfusionontario.org/en/

The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute is committed to building and sustaining a welcoming and supportive culture that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion for trainees, researchers, and staff. We are devoted to identifying and removing barriers that limit equitable access to opportunities within our organization. The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute strongly supports initiatives that encourage the participation of all groups, in particular the four groups defined in the Employment Equity Act (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities).

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those invited for an interview will be contacted. The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute is an equal-opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.