Research Coordinator (I)
Ville : Hamilton
Catégorie : Other
Industrie : Education
Employeur : McMaster University
McMaster University | Faculty of Health Sciences | Department of Oncology
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The Department of Oncology in the Faculty of Health Sciences is a research-intensive department comprised of 70 full-time faculty members who lead and collaborate on cutting-edge clinical trials, translational and health services research. Local assets that foster innovation and impact nationally and internationally include the Coordination and Methods Centre for Trials Research and Clinical Evidence, as well as the Escarpment Cancer Research Institute, a joint McMaster University and Hamilton Health Sciences research institute focused on interdisciplinary research that benefits and improves the lives of people affected by cancer.
The Department of Oncology is seeking an exceptional Research Coordinator I to support a research program on optimizing the use of biomarkers for the management of non-small cell lung cancer. The research program includes exploring biomarkers using liquid biopsies, understanding the oral and gut microbiomes as a biomarker in non-small cell lung cancer and building a learning health system based on a lung cancer database to improve patient care. Reporting to the Principal Investigator, the successful candidate will coordinate a portfolio of activities in carrying out the objectives and deliverables of the program.
Job Summary
The Research Coordinator (I) is responsible for implementing, monitoring, refining, analyzing, coordinating, and reporting on several research projects. Acts as a resource for the development of protocols, study documents, operations of study management, and management techniques
Purpose and Key Functions
- Apply specialized knowledge and scientific principles to review, critically appraise and interpret published literature.
- Write sections of scientific papers, funding proposals, and abstracts.
- Coordinate the activities of research staff and resources to ensure that the project progresses in accordance with predetermined timelines.
- Develop estimates of time and resources for research projects.
- Oversee the collection, entry, verification, management, analysis, and reporting of data.
- Use statistical software to analyze data and interpret results.
- Design and maintain databases, data collection forms, error checking methods and related programs for efficient collection, analysis, and reporting.
- Troubleshoot moderately complex computer problems.
- Write data management and operations documentation for projects.
- Liaise between the project centre and remote project sites and personnel.
- Conduct structured project participant interviews.
- Ensure that the relevant research methodology is applied and all research material is handled in accordance with established protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Participate in the development of promotional strategies and related materials to encourage participation and support for research projects.
- Consult on protocol development, student organization, and data management activities.
- Develop presentations and present information and training sessions to project personnel and project participants.
- Present at meetings, seminars, and conferences.
- Keep project participants informed of project progress through regular reports and newsletters.
- Implement and maintain research project budgets.
- Create financial projections and make adjustments to research project budgets throughout the fiscal year.
- Exercise appropriate controls, monitor, and reconcile accounts.
- Conduct literature searches.
Supervision
- Provide lead hand supervision and is responsible for the quality and quantity of work of others.
- Ongoing responsibility for supervising up to 9 casual employees at any one time.
- Provide orientation and show procedures to others.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study.
- Requires 4 years of relevant experience.
Assets
The successful candidate will have/demonstrate the following:
Excellent organizational, time management, and planning skills:
- Proven success at prioritizing and managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to meet tight project deadlines and competing timelines.
- Flexibility and willingness to adapt quickly to changing priorities and tasks.
- High attention to detail while producing thorough and accurate work.
- Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to respond creatively to resolve issues and maintain workflow.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships at work:
- A high degree of professionalism, integrity, and ability to handle confidential information.
- Ability to take initiative and follow through, and willing to ask for help when needed.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate within a team environment.
- Commitment to maintaining a professional office environment.
Experience in the following areas:
- Research administration experience in an academic and/or clinical setting.
- Planning and coordinating meetings and activities.
- Preparing meeting agendas, taking minutes, and transcription.
- Providing administrative support to and liaising with clinical academic faculty, including supporting in-person and virtual meetings as well as managing calendars.
- Proficiency in Office 365 (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and online meeting platforms.
Additional Information
This position is located in a host hospital or other healthcare site that has an active vaccination mandate in place. Successful applicants will need to comply with these and any other health and safety measures as part of their appointment. Start date is as soon as possible.