University of Calgary Medical Research jobs

This competition may be used to fill multiple positions.

This position has a term length of 1 year plus 1 day, with the possibility of extension.

Location - This role is in-person at North Campus Edmonton.

The University of Alberta’s Edmonton TB Clinic is seeking a Clinical Trials Coordinator to support clinical research focused on the treatment of active tuberculosis disease and TB infection.

This is an opportunity to contribute to meaningful, patient-centred research through the Edmonton TB Clinic’s involvement in major clinical trials networks, including the Canada, Australia, Benin and Vietnam network coordinated through McGill University and the TB Trials Consortium of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Through this work, the Edmonton TB Clinic will participate in multiple studies over time, each approved under distinct work orders and study protocols.
Reporting to the site investigator, the Clinical Trials Coordinator will coordinate the day-to-day execution of clinical trials at the Edmonton TB Clinic. This includes study start-up, operational planning, participant recruitment activities, regulatory documentation, protocol compliance, quality assurance reporting, adverse event documentation, and close-out activities.

This role is well suited to someone who is organized, detail-oriented, comfortable working with patients and clinical research teams, and motivated by research that can improve care for people affected by tuberculosis.

Clinical Trial Coordination

• Coordinate the planning, implementation, day-to-day management, and close-out of clinical trials at the Edmonton TB Clinic.
• Develop and maintain operational plans for each study or work order in collaboration with the site Principal Investigator.
• Monitor study progress, timelines, deliverables, and resource needs to support timely and cost-effective completion.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for project-related activities, communications, and follow-up.

Protocol, Regulatory, and Quality Management

• Ensure each study is conducted according to approved protocols, regulatory requirements, agency standards, and University processes.
• Maintain accurate and complete study documentation, guidelines, and project records.
• Complete quality assurance reporting as required by each study protocol.
• Promptly document and report adverse events according to protocol and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to ongoing protocol review and modification to support study relevance, feasibility, and compliance.

Financial and Administrative Support

• Support financial management for each study, including monitoring project funds, end dates, expenditures, and documentation for audit purposes.
• Help ensure project resources are used effectively and in alignment with study objectives.
• Anticipate project concerns and work with the site investigator and study team to develop practical solutions.

Team and Relationship Coordination

• Work collaboratively with clinical, research, hospital, laboratory, and external network partners.
• Maintain regular communication with site personnel to support protocol adherence and study progress.
• Provide guidance to staff involved in study oversight and supporting activities, as required.

Required

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• Current registration with CARNA.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support – Health Care Provider certification.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, medications, and clinical procedures.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively with clinical and research teams in hospital and laboratory settings.
• Compassionate, patient-centred approach when interacting with participants.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to learn and use electronic health systems, research databases, and other systems used in the research project.

Preferred

• Graduate degree.
• At least one year of clinical research experience.
• Good Clinical Practice and Responsible Conduct of Research certification, or ability to obtain.
• Experience using Connect Care or similar electronic health record systems.
• Experience coordinating multiple priorities, timelines, or study activities at once.

Application Instructions

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This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package.