Clinical Research Coordinator – Entry position (CVIS - IDIGH) (Research Institute)

Do you want to work for a world-renowned research institute that pushes the boundaries of biomedical science and health research? Right here in Montreal! At the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC), you can be part of an organization focused on scientific discovery and innovation in patient-centered medicine. Join us today and make a difference!

Job Description

RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC

The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).

Position Summary

We are seeking a clinical research coordinator for Engage 2.0 and MECS, integrated studies focused on the sexual health of gay, bisexual, and queer men, both cis and trans, as well as other men who have sex with men. The studies will build on the observations of the Engage Cohort Study, which took place from 2017-2023 (https://www.engage-men.ca/). The studies are happening in Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver and Winnipeg.

Engage 2.0 and MECS will use a peer-based recruitment method called respondent-driven sampling (RDS), where participants are invited to join the study through a coupon from someone who already participated. Biobehavioural data will be collected, participants will be asked to fill out a questionnaire and complete STBBI testing.

General Duties

• Assisting in data collection (e.g., participant bookings, consent, etc.),
• Interacting with and assisting Engage/MECS participants as they complete study visits (e.g. answering questions regarding the survey) in French and English,
• Interacting with team members, community organization representatives, and co-investigators in French and English,
• Ensuring participant tracking and follow-up,
• Planning, developing, implementing various operational and administrative tasks within Engage and MECS,
• Performing data entry,
• Preparing submissions to the Research Ethics Board,
• Assisting in the development, update and implementation of Engage study instruments,
• Conducting literature reviews,
• Aid in the preparation of conference presentations, academic manuscripts and technical reports,
• Aid in the facilitation of community engagement committee meetings.
  
  

Website of the organization

https://rimuhc.ca/en

Education / Experience

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Field of Study: Health Science, Social sciences, Basic sciences, Psychology, or other closely related field

Other Education Considered An Asset For This Position

Work Experience: 1 year of experience an asset, can be experience that was acquired during studies. Experience working with clients, study participants, or patients is an asset.

Professional Membership: ☐ Yes ☒ No

Required Skills

• Attention to detail and to quality in completed work,
• Must be bilingual, excellent command of both English and French, both spoken and written,
• A proactive approach to planning and executing tasks,
• Autonomous, strong organizational, problem-solving and communication skills,
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and effectively manage time,
• Someone who has experience within the Montreal community space of equity-deserving populations,
• Demonstrate diplomacy, discretion and good judgment,
• Good interpersonal skills,
• Ability to generate and maintain accurate records,
• Ability to work both independently and within a team,
• Research experience a strong asset,
• Experience with graphic design tools like Canva and/or Adobe a strong asset,
• A flexible schedule.
  
  

Applications should include cover letters combined to CV addressed to Mrs. Dvorakova, including most relevant experience, demonstration of competencies, productivity and impact

Additional information

Status: Temporary, part-time (21h/week, with a possibility of more hours depending on need)

Pay Scale: $44,408.00 - $82,427.80. Commensurate with education and experience

Work Shift: : Variable Schedule

Flexible schedule according to availability of the candidate and the study site schedule. Work on weekends or evenings may be required.

Work Site: Multisite

The work may take place remotely, at a physical community site in the Montreal gay village (1705 Visitation St 3e étage, Montreal, Quebec H2L 3C3) and/or at the Centre for Outcomes Research and Evaluation (CORE) of the The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC), 5252 Boulevard de Maisonneuve Ouest.

***To be considered, applications should include cover letters combined to CV addressed to Mrs. Dvorakova, including most relevant experience, demonstration of competencies, productivity and impact, all in a SINGLE PDF document.***

Why work with us?

• 6 days of paid sick leave per year, which includes a maximum of 3 personal day,
• Vacation calculated on a pro-rata basis based on a percentage of your salary,
• Modular group insurance plan (including gender affirmation coverage),
• RREGOP government pension plan (defined benefit plan),
• 5.3% of your gross earnings will be added to your paycheque in lieu of statutory holidays.
  
  

https://rimuhc.ca/careers

To learn more about our benefits, please visit http://rimuhc.ca/en/compensation-and-benefits

THIS IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.

Equal Opportunity Employment Program

The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity, diversity and inclusion within its community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who self-identify as members of racialized groups/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. We also welcome candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may confidentially contact, [email protected]