Clinical Trials Project Lead - CANTRAIN

at  University of Alberta

Department MED - Quality Management in Clinical Research
Salary range $78,694.13 to $110,457.10
Hours per week 40
Grade 12
Posted date August 13, 2024
Closing date September 24, 2024
Position Type Full Time - Trust Funded

DESCRIPTION

This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package which can be viewed at: Faculty & Staff Benefits.
Location - Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton. This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A Master’s degree is required. A focus on a health-related field would be an asset.
• PhD degree is an asset.
• Completion of additional clinical research education (e.g., ACRP, SoCRA) is an asset. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• Must have CANTRAIN experience.
• Must have experience with medical translation.
• Must have experience in establishing partnerships with other institutions/organizations.
• In-depth knowledge of clinical trial and drug development processes; ICH-GCP, FDA and TPD regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and cross-functional teams.
• Well-developed interpersonal communication skills, both oral and written.
  At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.
  We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
  The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
  Note: This opportunity will be available until midnight September 24, 2024, Edmonton, Alberta local time

• Planning and delivery of CANTRAIN clinical trial training programs/streams and capacity-building initiatives to frontline learners and practitioners (50%).
• Development of organizational partnerships.
• Development of content for education and capacity-building programs to integrate CANTRAIN educational, experiential and mentorship activities.
• Participates in the Knowledge Management (Mobilization/Translation) Strategy at CANTRAIN.
• In conjunction with the CTO Director of Operations, identifies, evaluates and recruits research sites. Reviews protocol requirements with site personnel and assists in feasibility analyses to ensure successful completion of the project by the site.
• Participates in planning and execution of meetings (investigator), including development and/or presentation of project-specific material to facilitate communication between study team members and site personnel.
• Monitors, assesses and manages project statuses on an ongoing basis to ensure project objectives are met in a timely and cost-efficient manner.
• Assesses and communicates project resource requirements, proactively anticipate project issues and develops strategies for resolution on an ongoing basis to ensure successful project completion.