At London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute (LHSCRI), our teams pioneer discoveries that transform the health of adult and paediatric patients around the world. As the research institute of London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC), we conduct research where patient care is delivered, working alongside patients, families, health-care providers and academic partners like Western University. We are leaders in advancing the understanding, diagnosis, treatment and management of diseases and health conditions through a diverse research program that ranges from laboratory-based science to clinical trials. Our research has a global impact as we build on LHSC's 150-year legacy of health innovation and drive forward medical breakthroughs that make a difference in the lives of patients and their families.
The Research Coordinator is responsible for the coordination and management of clinical research studies, ensuring compliance with study protocols, institutional policies, Research Ethics Board (REB) requirements, and regulatory standards. The role encompasses participant recruitment and follow-up, study start-up and maintenance activities, regulatory submissions and renewals, Trial Master File (TMF) oversight, data and document management, Case Report Form (CRF) development, and coordination of research activities across single- and multi-site studies. For studies where the institution serves as the lead site, the incumbent supports overall trial management, including communication and coordination with participating sites, investigators, sponsors, and study teams to ensure successful study conduct and completion across all participating sites. This role requires the individual to work successfully within a team and independently. This individual must be able to work within LHSCRI Standard Operating Procedures and comply with ICH/GCP.
Rate of Pay: $34.40 - $43.00
Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week
Duration: 1 year (possibility for renewal)
Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
Research Coordination:
- Coordinate participant screening, recruitment/consent, organization of study visits
- Data collection, data management and organizing study meetings.
- Act as a key point of contact for study participants and collaborating with clinical teams
Research Trial Support:
-Prepare submissions for REB and institutional applications
- Maintain regulatory files and oversee completeness/accuracy of the Trial Master File
- Help track study approvals and ensure documents are up to date
Administrative Activities
-Participate in protocol training, Investigator meetings, monitor visits, audits and quality improvement initiatives
-Facilitate communication among site personnel, investigator, sponsors and study teams.
-Support study start-up activities, track site performance and assist in ensuring consistency and compliance