Salary Range: $74,618-$107,264/year. The starting salary for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidate’s relevant education and experience, and would be in alignment with the provincial compensation reference plan. Salary will be prorated accordingly for part time roles.

Job Summary:

In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of Provincial Health Service Authority patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA and as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. Working closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) the Research Project Manager (PM) will assist with the development of research projects and contribute to the establishment of a comprehensive research program within the Clinical Trials Unit (CTU).  The Research PM will also be responsible for preparing ethical review applications, managing regulatory documentation, and liaising with participating sites participating in studies. The Research PM also provides project management services including planning and leading research projects, maintaining project objectives for research studies, liaising with partner facilities to coordinate study requirements, tracking expenditures and monitoring the budget for research studies,

Duties/Accountabilities:

•    Consults with the PI and other stakeholders on an ongoing basis to determine opportunities for new initiatives, grants and projects. Identifies, researches and analyzes information to achieve research project objectives.  Assists in writing and/ or editing significant portions of,ethics, and other documentation in support of research projects and activities within the investigator-initiated study.  
•    Facilitates the development, maintenance and enhancement of procedures and processes for the operation of a research project, including pharmacy information manuals, laboratory manuals, enrollment procedures, data entry guidelines, case report forms, and other study-related documents as necessary.  Provides input to define administrative/ resource needs and develops and implements strategies to meet needs.  Manages financial resources and help develop budgets for new studies.  Directs the activities of assigned staff by establishing clear definitions of responsibility for each employee, reviewing workload assignments and adjusting schedules according to workload to ensure levels meet operational requirements.  
•    Contributes to research design, development of research tools, including the study database, and follow-up.  Completes processes and procedures, including applications for new or expanded research ethics approval.  Monitors progress of research projects and attainment of project milestones.  Prepares and distributes reports, including reports to funding agencies.  Coordinates the development of specific study documents, tools and processes in collaboration with the Principal Investigators and Research Teams.
•    Provides administrative support for locally organized conferences including organizing meeting details and logistics.  Coordinates communications activities for research initiatives and projects including planning, developing and deploying communications plans and materials such as audio-visual materials for presentations using creativity and a variety of media including web-based information sites.
•    Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences or related field, plus a minimum of five (5) years of research experience in the health care sector including experience using data analysis programs and reference databases such as RedCap.  Certification such as Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) or Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA), or Clinical Research Associate/Coordinator Certification preferred.

Sound understanding of clinical trials with a specialization in oncology.  Extensive knowledge of the scientific terminology and research methodology in the health sector.  Ability to evaluate service delivery.  Excellent interpersonal, management, coordination and communication skills.  Proven leadership skills and team/collaborative skills, especially within a research infrastructure.  Strong problem-solving abilities.    Ability to make oral and written presentations and participate in meetings as appropriate.  Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel,PowerPoint and Visio.  Proficiency with database platforms such as Microsoft Access and RedCap.