Description The Department of Medicine in the Cumming School of Medicine invites applications for a Research Coordinator. This Full-time Fixed Termposition is for approximately 1 year (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.
This position reports to the Medical Director and requires high-level interaction with a wide variety of stakeholders, both within the University of Calgary (i.e., CHREB, legal contracts, Alberta Precision Laboratories and clinical trial participants) and externally (i.e., corporate sponsors, clinical research organizations, study vendors and external study monitors). The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent people skills and sound judgement in dealing with complex issues and multiple and competing deadlines.
The primary purpose of this position is to engage in clinical research activities and act as a point-person in communicating with the Conjoint Health Research Ethics Board, study sponsors, clinical trial participants (patients) and other related groups/departments so as to ensure efficient conduct of clinical trial projects within all specific guidelines.
Summary of Key Responsibilities Studies are conducted within the guidelines set out by the Conjoint Health Research Ethics Board and the study sponsor
Proactively develop and maintain relationships with team members, study sponsor representatives, Alberta Health Services and Alberta Precision Laboratories staff, and with staff across a range of University departments (including but not limited to: the Conjoint Health Research Ethics Board, the Calgary Centre for Clinical Research, and Research and Trust Accounting)
Communicate and coordinate effectively with participants, investigators, other study coordinators, clinic staff, administrative staff, regulatory agencies, sponsor and pharmaceutical representatives as required for the conduct of clinical trials
Develop (designing, writing, editing, printing) high quality study materials, including but not limited to, protocols, informed consent forms, letters, and posters
Manage projects effectively, on time, and in accordance with the Respiratory Clinical Trials Centre's strategic goals
Support in the management of standard operating procedures for trial and Respiratory Clinical Trials Centre processes
Effectively use multi-tasking skills to juggle many projects and prioritize appropriately
Effectively meet the continuously changing needs of the Respiratory Clinical Trials Centre
Assess feasibility (workload, budget, patient recruitment) of potential clinical trials
Review study protocols, consent forms,



brochures and manuals for feasibility and compliance with University of Calgary
Perform various Pulmonary Diagnostic Testing including: Spirometry
Sputum induction
Exhaled nitric oxide

Perform other tests required by clinical trial protocols including: ECGs
Vital signs including blood pressure
Taking medical, surgical, and medication history
Other testing as required

Qualifications / Requirements Bachelors degree in health science related field or equivalent
Three to five years of experience in a clinical research position
Previous experience working on a "wet bench" or in a translational laboratory is advantageous
Spirometry certification required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Demonstrated excellence in writing and editing with the ability to work to deadlines while managing multiple tasks
Advanced computer skills in a Windows/Microsoft Office environment
Results oriented approach with initiative to identify areas for improvement and potential solutions
Proven ability to work collaboratively with staff at all levels
Excellent ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Certification in GCP-ICH, TCPS-2, and understanding of and experience with N2 SOP's required
Competence in working with CTMS OnCore
High level of understanding of University processes, especially those related to Research and Trust, Accounts Payable/Receivable, Calgary Centre for Clinical Research (CCCR) and Human Resources
Application Deadline October 13, 2026
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📌 Research Coordinator, Department of Medicine (Alberta)
🏢 University of Calgary
📍 Alberta