Clinical Research Project Coordinator (crpc)
About SickKids Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built – nor could it be maintained – without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice. When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World . Don’t miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world’s best in paediatric healthcare. Position Description Job Summary: The Clinical Research Project Coordinator (CRPC) will work closely with study team in the i OUCH Pain Lab at The Hospital for Sick Children to assist with the coordination of various studies (e.g. participant recruitment, data collection, data entry). The Clinical Research Project Coordinator will also work closely with the research team and reports to the Principal Investigator or her designate (i.e., Project Manager). Project Summary: Through evidence-based research and knowledge translation processes, the i OUCH Lab at The Hospital for Sick Children aims to improve the lives of children and adolescents through the use of innovative information and communication technologies. Here’s what you get to do: The CRPC will assist with the coordination of several clinical research studies related to chronic pain, including the evaluation of: (1) a pain self-management program for adolescents after surgery, and (2) a stepped-care Power over Pain portal to support pain management and mental health, and (3) a translational research project to identify a signature prognostic of recovery vs. persistence of pain and functional disability in adolescents with chronic MSK pain. Specific job duties include: Study set-up, including obtaining and maintain research ethics approval, research ethics amendments Participate in study recruitment, consenting, participant follow-up, and data collection. Responsible for study coordination across all participating sites. Oversee and participate in data management (e.g., data cleaning and data entry) and quantitative/qualitative data analysis. Assist with manuscript preparation. Participate in other administrative activities to ensure the smooth running of both projects. Here’s what you need: Post-Secondary degree in a Health Science discipline. Minimum of two-years experience in clinical research. Previous clinical trial experience is essential. Familiarity with both quantitative and qualitative research methodology including conducting interviews and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data Previous experience working with quantitative (e.g., SAS) and qualitative (e.g., NVivo) software is an asset. Previous experience with online databases (e.g., REDCap) Experience in a pediatric clinical research experience is an asset Superior communication, organization and time management skills. Ability to develop strong working relationships. Employment Type: 1 year, 1.0 FTE Temporary contract Start Date: July 4, 2023 Our Commitment to Diversity The children and families we care for are from a variety of communities, and so are our employees. We welcome and encourage everyone to join our organization and be part of our team. When requested, SickKids will provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and assessment process. Information received related to access or inclusion will be addressed confidentially. Thank you for your interest in joining SickKids. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with our Hospital policy, employment at SickKids is conditional upon the Hospital’s receipt of all necessary documentation. FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY : As a health care institution, our highest priority is the safety of patients, families and staff. As a result, we are adopting all prevention measures to ensure the safety of our patients, families and our staff. 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