Contract Officer - Lawson Health Research Institute

at  Victoria Hospital

JOB SUMMARY

London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is a world-class academic health sciences centre located in the southwestern Ontario city of London. Just two hours from Toronto and two hours from Detroit, London features a beautiful and walkable downtown core located on the Thames River, a vibrant culinary scene and scores of activities that highlight local arts, culture and music. As one of Canada’s largest acute-care teaching hospitals, LHSC delivers world-class care and experiences, built on our commitment to excellence in research, innovation, and learning. In partnership with our communities, we design and advance healthcare to support the wellness of the populations we serve. LHSC delivers both local and regional services, including the Children’s Hospital, within a large geographic area. LHSC is known for its great people and great care, with a workforce of close to 15,000, dedicated to delivering the highest quality patient care while partnering with communities to transform health, one life at a time.
Lawson Health Research Institute (Lawson) is one of Canada’s top ten health research institutes, and serves as the research institute of London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) and St. Joseph’s Health Care London (St. Joseph’s). Lawson is ranked eighth in the country according to the 2020 edition of “Canada’s Top 40 Research Hospitals List” by Research Infosource. This strong position has been maintained by Lawson for the past seven years and keeps the institute within the top five for Ontario. The top 40 list analyzes hospital-based research institutes from across the country on several metrics, including total research income from the previous fiscal year. The ranking looks at funds received from all sources, including both internal and external, to support research at the organization. Lawson also holds top ranking for research intensity among the large tier institutions measured by research spending per researcher.
Lawson’s Contracts team is responsible for the drafting, review, negotiation, approval and processing of research related contracts for institute research. Contracts vary in complexity from industry sponsored clinical trial agreements, inter-institutional agreements for investigator-initiated studies, multi-party memorandums of understanding, material transfer, data sharing and confidential disclosure agreements. Reporting to the Manager, Research Approval & Contracts, the Contracts Officer is responsible to draft, review, negotiate, approve and process research related contracts for Lawson Heath Research Institute and will engage and collaborate with appropriate stakeholders, manage institutional risk and provide effective and efficient service and support to researchers outside parties.
Regular Full Time
Rate of Pay: $37.10 to $46.37 per hour

QUALIFICATIONS

• Undergraduate degree in Law, Helath Science or Biomedical Science-related program
• 3 years of experience
• Knowledge of principles and methods of research administration
• Strong contract drafting skills with a technically competent and practical approach
• Working knowledge of computers and software programs, i.e. Microsoft Suite
• Knowledge of acts, regulations and compliance legislation governing animal and human participant research (PHIPA, HIPPA, GDPR, Health Canada regulations, Good Clinical Practice, etc.)
• Ability to develop good working relationships with multiple stakeholders
• Excellent organization skills with ability to multi-task, prioritize and work independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to concentrate on reading documents/contracts for extended periods of time
• Knowledge of Scientific and Medical terminology

IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS:

Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires will be required to:

• Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, Tetanus/ Diphtheria/Polio; Meningitis;
• Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing (two step);
• Provide proof of Health Canada-approved COVID-19 vaccination reflective of Ontario Health’s current definition of being fully vaccinated

For more information visit https://www.lhsc.on.ca/careers/health-review-requirements
If interested in this role, please apply with a resume that outlines all current and previous experience relevant to the position.
We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or recruitment@lhsc.on.ca .
As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an examination or test.
Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please be advised, if you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit we recommend reviewing work permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. As per the Government of Canada, LHSC is considered a hospital/healthcare organization, even if an employee is functioning in a non-patient facing role. Individuals on a work or study permit seeking employment in this sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process, including but not limited to a medical exam, which may also apply to employees looking to renew their work permits. It is the employee’s accountability to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions, and we encourage all candidates and LHSC employees to be proactive and review restrictions as soon as possible as it could be a lengthy process.

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