Clinical Research Assistant III

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
Facilitate the conduct of clinical research involving human subjects under the general direction of Scientists, Clinical Research Associates, and Research Coordinators, the Clinical Research Assistant III will work on preparing and submitting research applications to the research ethics board, help in preparation of grant proposals and manuscripts patient recruitment, data collection, data entry and/or analytical assistance.

Basic Requirements (Education/Experience):
•Bachelor’s degree or certificate in health sciences or related field (e.g., RN or PT etc.)
•2 year of previous clinical research experience
•A comprehensive understanding of the clinical research process
•Evidence of training in Tri-Council Policy Statement 2 (TCPS2), the international conference of harmonization Good Clinical Practice Guidelines (ICH-GC), and Health Canada Division 5.
•A working understanding of clinical medicine and its norms and language skills required to critically appraise preclinical and clinical studies.
•Superior organizational and communication skills
•Ability to work independently and as a team member.
•Ability to manage multiple projects at one time.
•Ability to organize, coordinate and prioritize own work.
•Attention to detail to ensure accuracy of data and protocol requirements.
•Must be proficient in basic computer software such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive, Teams, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:
•Knowledge of EPIC and TOH processes for arranging diagnostic imaging, investigational therapy, and patient follow-up visits
•Previous research experience, publications
•Experience in clinical Neurosurgery or Neurology Knowledge of statistical analysis
•Experience with ethics board procedures/applications
•Grant writing experience
•Experience with clinical trials and databases
•Experience in a preclinical/clinical research environment

Contract Details:
This is a 1-year full-time contract with the possibility of renewal.
Salary: Min: $29.964/hr – Max: $40.647/hr

Comments to Applicant:
Please provide your CV and a cover letter to clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the position listed.

Contact Info:
Name: Fahad Alkherayf
Title: Neurosurgeron and Associate Scientist
Program: Clinical Epidemiology and Neuroscience
Ottawa Hospital Research Institute
Address: Civic Campus, The Ottawa Hospital
Email: falkherayf@toh.ca

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.