Research Coordinator - Queens University

Job Summary

Reporting to the Principal Investigator, the Research Coordinator will perform a wide array of duties in support of research projects affiliated with the Cardiovascular Imaging Network at Queens (CINQ). These will include coordinating and communicating with multiple trial sites, optimizing success in grant competitions by assisting faculty in applying for research grants, completing literature reviews, coordinating research ethic board submissions and data collection, and carrying-out administrative functions. The incumbent will be responsible for scheduling, recruiting and following up with patients for the duration of the studies, and performing advanced image analysis.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate the process of preparing grant and/or contract proposals for submission, for both individual researchers and research teams. This includes setting timelines, participating in meetings for the purposes of proposal development, review of drafts, and proposal submissions. Provide assistance as required with editing, reviewing and formatting of proposals, including faculty Curriculum Vita.
• Assist researchers with submitting grants/contracts/budgets through the University Research Services. Obtain initial quotes for equipment acquisition and provide this information to researchers for budget planning in compliance with funding agency requirements. Assist researchers with the proper procedures and documentation required by Financial Services when purchasing scientific equipment, as per University policies (Acquire System).
• Coordinate and communicate with trial sites, project staff, and students.
• Schedule, recruit and follow up with patients for the duration of the research studies, including all associated correspondence and data collection. Review ongoing data entries and perform preliminary analysis. If clinical trial, administer and dispense study drug to patients as well as review logs and compliance.
• Train students on image analysis software and techniques.
• Assist researchers with human resources duties i.e. hiring of casual research assistants. Process contracts for research assistants and student contracts, to include work bursary and SWEP summer students. Coordinates Research Ethics Board (REB) application and renewal process, acts as unit liaison with REB.
• Draft and prepare methods and procedural manuals for research studies. Prepare first drafts of manuscripts for publications of study results (co-author).
• Perform advanced ultrasound image analysis. Utilize and refine computer databases (Excel, Access). Assist in data collection functions (mail outs, interviews, focus groups).
• Perform office administrative duties on behalf of researchers, including initiating or preparing correspondence, photocopying, arranging meetings, recording minutes of meetings, etc., organizing, scheduling and maintaining appointments for research purposes. Attend meetings and seminars that are relevant to grant funding.
• Install new software as directed (e.g. QLab, EchoPAC, Photoshop).
• Undertake other duties in support of the unit.

REQUIRED BACKGROUND:

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant field (BSc), with relevant experience in a research environment.
• Graduate degree (MSc) preferred.
• Knowledge and experience using PeopleSoft, TRAQ, and Acquire systems is an asset.
• Consideration may be given to an equivalent combination of education and experience.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Review full job description, special skills, and requirements AND apply online.