Clinical Research Assistant

Vancouver Orthopaedic Trauma Society

Vancouver, BC

$49,500–$54,500 a year - temporary Full-time

Location: VGH, in person

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Benefits

Pulled from the full

- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Dental care
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care

Full

Job summary

Do you enjoy meeting and talking to people? Are you outgoing, an excellent listener, and capable of interacting under pressure? Would you be considered efficient and detail oriented? The Vancouver Orthopaedic Trauma Society is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant. Bring your positive energy, expertise and knowledge to this exciting role where you can really make a difference in our clinical research program at the Vancouver General Hospital.

Work performed

- Assists with study setup and initiation focusing on developing electronic consent and data capture database as directed by research manager.
- Navigating administrative processes in the clinical setting relating to research study start-up and ongoing data collection
- Identify and evaluate patient eligibility for inclusion and enrolment in research studies
- Obtain patient informed consent and maintain participant screening records
- Schedule and carry out study visits, administer surveys and questionnaires, and perform data collection via in-person, telephone, hardcopy mailout and internet-based mediums
- Perform chart reviews and extract pertinent clinical information relevant to research studies
- Liaise between research participants, staff, and investigators, and keep meticulous records
- Extract and record data from databases or medical charts, and maximize data quality
- Accurate and timely completion and submission of paper and electronic data capture forms
- Create and maintain research charts on registered subjects
- Ensure adherence to and maintenance of protocols and associated documents
- Perform data entry and manage clinical and research databases with accuracy
- Document the data management process for each project
- Performs logical checks of the data, queries and edits when errors are found
- Prepare and participate in audits and study monitoring visits from various regulatory bodies
- Maintain electronic and paper research files
- Organize and present in meetings to report on project progress
- Assists with research administrative activities such as preparing and tracking invoices and associated documents, as well as preparing administrative documents

· Provides general assistance with research activities such as preparing databases for the statistical team’s use, data cleaning, basic statistical analyses with training, and formatting reports, posters, and manuscripts.
- Assists with the routine administrative aspects of research grant applications, including collecting required documentation and performing simple formatting of application packages
- Maintain strict confidentiality related to identification and release of study data
- Ensure adherence to appropriate procedures,



protocols and practices for patient consent and ethical review in studies by following good clinical practice (GCP); including standard operating procedures (SOP) development, research ethics board (REB) applications and meeting Health Canada regulatory and industry sponsor requirements
- Helping with additional projects and activities as needed

Consequences of error/judgement The successful applicant is expected to understand the ethical principles of research involving human subjects and to adhere to these ethical guidelines. The applicant will exercise initiative, problem solving and make professional decisions and recommendation on all aspects of research work. Errors in performance of the above-related duties could have a significant impact on the effectiveness, image, reputation and financial status of the research project. Inappropriate judgment could result in loss of potential research, in funding shortfalls for research grants or contracts, and may flaw the research and ultimately impact their employment status.

Supervision received The Clinical Research Assistant will report directly to the Clinical Research Program Manager, who is under the supervision of the Research Director and Division Head. The incumbent will also report to and receive direction from the Principal Investigator of each assigned project.

The Clinical Research

Assistant works with physicians and staff in the emergency department, the inpatient orthopaedic ward and the outpatient orthopaedic trauma clinic at Vancouver General Hospital. Coordination with administrative personnel is essential in order to complete study requirements and obtain patient information for data collection and submission.

Qualifications

University degree in a health-related discipline and 1-5 years of recent related experience in a clinical research setting. Experience in client relationships, data management or analysis will be considered an asset.

- Strong problem-solving abilities, excellent organizational skills and ability to exercise good judgment and discretion while working with confidential information and vulnerable populations
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, as well as the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
- Clear ability to establish rapport with patients, communicate clearly, be a good listener, and have the ability to assess a situation and respond accordingly
- Knowledge and proficiency in computer applications (i.e. MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, email and Internet); knowledge of REDCap and statistical software is an asset
- Proficiency in patient interview techniques, research subject counseling,



database management and online Research Ethics Board submissions
- Knowledge of medical and surgical terminologies, as well as familiarity with the conduct of directed musculoskeletal exams and measurements, are considered assets
- Dedication to accuracy and attention to detail
- Accept responsibility and work independently under minimal supervision
- Solid judgment and a proven ability to maintain confidentiality, tact and discretion in interactions and in handling sensitive information
- Ability to prioritize work, multi-task, and to meet deadlines and schedules
- Work on multiple projects without compromising the integrity of each project
- Ability to learn recent software
- Ability to work effectively with a variety of data such as data quality monitoring and minor statistical analyses as well as project specific finances.

· Ability to process and track all project documents across multiple platforms
- Ability to work both independently and within a team environment

Organizational status The Clinical Research Assistant will work in office in-person with a team of research staff, administrative staff, physicians, nurses and liaise with other healthcare professionals to ensure that each research study is conducted to meet or exceed regulatory and institutional standards.

About us The Vancouver Acute Orthopaedic Trauma Program has an emphasis on the assessment and management of multiply-injured patients, and major injuries resulting from blunt trauma.

Vancouver

Acute functions as a Level I trauma center.

The Orthopaedic Trauma

Fellowship at Vancouver General Hospital was the first of its kind in Canada, and has been training Canadian and foreign fellows since 1984. We have a very strong reputation for clinical and academic excellence nationally and internationally. We have a significant presence in the Orthopaedic Trauma Association, AO North America and the Canadian Orthopaedic Association. Recently, our Orthopaedic Trauma Clinic was recognized as one of the Best Specialized Hospitals in the world. We are a dedicated team of five surgeons with diverse research interests ranging from cutting-edge instrumentation clinical trials to longitudinal patient reported outcome measure analyses. We have a strong publication record (+100 articles) in leading peer-reviewed journals and maintain solid collaborative relationships within the Canadian Orthopaedic Trauma Society.

Application details

Please be sure to include the following two documents in your application:

- Separate cover letter stating your experience, certifications, work-related goals and clear examples of how you meet the required qualifications.
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV).

NOTE: As this position is located within a health-care facility, the employee will be required to provide verification of full vaccination against Covid-19, as required by a provincial health mandate.

Pay: $49,500.00-$54,500.00 per year

Benefits

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Clinical Research Assistant (Vancouver)
🏢 Vancouver Orthopaedic Trauma Society
📍 Vancouver