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Competition: | 21-BRI-21 |
Program: |
Bruyère Research Institute |
Position Type: | Position could be full time (with benefits) or part-time, depending upon the candidate’s preference - Two year contract position, with possibility for extension |
Salary Scale: |
$35.92 - $40.46 per hour; dependent on experience |
Start Date: | 2021/10/14 8:00 |
Closing Date: | 2021/10/19 23:59 |
The Bruyère Research Institute (Bruyère RI) is the champion of research, education and innovation for the wellbeing of aging Canadians and those requiring primary, continuing and palliative care. The Institute is a partnership of Bruyère Continuing Care and the University of Ottawa. The Clinical Trials Portfolio of Bruyère RI is a rapidly expanding group which encompasses clinical trials research in various therapeutic areas with a focus on brain and mind research. We are currently seeking a highly motivated, organized, enthusiastic individual to join our dynamic team. Under the immediate supervision of the Principal Investigator and the Research Manager, the incumbent is responsible for supporting the successful conduct and coordination of studies that could include pharma-sponsored or investigator initiated trials. If you are interested in a specialized nursing role in research that is challenging, stimulating and provides autonomy within a strong collaborative team, this could be the role that you are looking for.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Implementation and oversite of clinical research trials from feasibility to closeout;
- Review, explain and document the patient consenting process related to the study;
- Obtain blood specimens;
- Perform health assessments such as vital signs;
- Administer investigation product and monitor for adverse events;
- Coordinate trial-related procedures, MRI, PET Scans, ophthalmology exams and lumbar punctures;
- Administer study questionnaires;
- Liaise with pharmaceutical sponsors, investigators, service provides and the clinical research staff;
- Report and follow-up on local adverse events, serious adverse events and events of special interest (per protocol) in timely manner;
- Oversee the appropriate storage of investigational product when stored on-site (outside of the Institution’s pharmacy);
- Complete trial-specific source documents and eCRF/additional forms as required by protocol;
- Participate in site initiation meetings, Investigational meetings and project teleconferences and webinars as required;
- Assist in drafting informed consents, source documents, ethics applications, funding applications and working templates as required.
Additional duties may be assigned as appropriate. Required Competencies:
- Registered Nurse with a minimum of five (5) years’ experience;
- Current certificate of registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario in good standing;
- Current Membership in Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario (RNAO);
- Current experience in performing venipuncture;
- Clinical research coordination experience;
- Demonstrated knowledge and ability to utilize the nursing process in planning, implementing and evaluating patient care;
- Evidence of good physical assessment, psychosocial assessment and patient/family teaching skill;
- Excellent organizational and time management skills required;
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills;
- Ability to work well within a dynamic interdisciplinary team;
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills required;
- Ability to set priorities and work independently with accuracy in a dynamic environment;
- Proficiency with MS Office software - Word and Excel.
Preferred competencies:
- Experience working with patients with dementia (mild cognitive impairment, Alzheimer’s disease);
- Completion of ICH/GCP, TCPS2 training;
- Experience in clinical neuropsychological testing and conducting Electrocardiograms (ECGs);
- Knowledge of IATA shipping regulations and basic laboratory procedures;
- Clinical research (CCRP) obtained or plans to work towards;
- Bilingual (French /English).
This position will require contact with clinical trial participants who may have a medical illnesses, cognitive impairment and require special attention. The successful candidate must exhibit empathy and be alert to participant, family member and caregiver needs.
Bruyère Research Institute is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on skills and experience as outlined in your CV and cover letter.
The Bruyère Research Institute encourages people with disabilities to apply. Bruyère Research Institute is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise of the accommodation measures which may be required to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.
We offer flexible work arrangement options.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume to BRI-HR@bruyere.org with the subject line: Research Nurse (Clinical Research Coordinator II) no later than October 19, 2021. We thank you for your interest in this position, however; only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
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