Plan and oversee set-up and day-to-day activities for clinical trial initiation and/or management.
Liaise with hospital staff and collaborate with researchers.
Procure study equipment and materials.
Manage subject recruitment and follow-up.
Track study progress.
Create and maintain study databases and troubleshoot study-related problems.
Assist with research proposal and protocol development.
Collaborate on grant applications and liaise with funding sources.
Draft and manage budgets and detailed scopes for studies.
Assist in preparing and editing manuscripts and presentations.
Ensure adherence to procedures for patient consent and ethical review using GCP.
Develop SOPs and prepare REB applications.
Meet Health Canada regulatory and sponsor requirements.
Supervise, schedule, and train research assistants, volunteers, and medical students.
Facilitate residents or trainees in conducting research.
Provide input into staff performance and make recommendations regarding hiring
Clinical Research Coordinator, Clinical Support Unit BC Children’s Research Institute Vancouver, BC What you’ll do
Plan and oversee set-up and day-to-day activities related to clinical trial initiation and/or management, including liaising with hospital staff and collaborating researchers, procuring study equipment and materials, subject recruitment and follow-up, tracking study progress, creating and maintaining study databases and troubleshooting study related problems. Communication and approval from clinical operators when required.
Assist in research proposal and protocol development and collaborates on grant applications to facilitate project funding and liaise with funding sources. Draft and manage budgets and detailed scopes for studies. Assist in preparing and editing manuscripts and presentations.
Ensure adherence to appropriate procedures and practices for patient consent and ethical review in studies by following good clinical practice (GCP); including standard operating procedures (SOP) development, REB applications and meeting Health Canada regulatory and industry sponsor requirements.
Supervise, schedule and train research assistants, volunteers and medical students and facilitates residents or trainees in conducting research. Make recommendations with respect to hiring and provides input into staff performance. What you bring
Qualifications
A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to a recognized Bachelor’s program in an appropriate health related discipline plus 3 years of recent related experience in a clinical research setting.
Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism and systemic racism on Indigenous Peoples within social and health contexts. This includes understanding how these factors contribute to current health disparities and barriers to care. Show a clear commitment to identifying, challenging, and eradicating Indigenous-specific racism and all forms of discrimination impacting equity-deserving groups within healthcare settings. This involves recognizing personal biases, institutional barriers, engaging in anti-racism education and training and advocating for systemic change.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of legislative obligations and provincial commitments within BCCH contexts found in the foundational documents including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study, BC Human Rights Code, Anti-racism Data Act and how they intersect across the health care system. Core Competencies
Brings an understanding of the Indigenous specific racism and the broader systemic racism that exists in the colonial health care structure, and has demonstrated initiatives in breaking down barriers and ensuring a safe environment ensuring a sense of belonging to all and informed by Indigenous Cultural Safety.
Awareness of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism, anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments (the Declaration Act, the Declaration Action Plan, TRC, IPS, Remembering Keegan, etc.). Skills & Knowledge
Proficiency in patient interview techniques, research subject counseling, database management and online Research Ethics Board submissions.
Ability to work on all phases (I-IV) of clinical development, Health Canada documentation and Sponsor monitoring visits.
Ability to accept responsibility and work independently under minimal supervision.
Solid judgment and a proven ability to maintain confidentiality, tact and discretion in interactions and in handling information.
Demonstrated computer literacy in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet.
Salary Range
$58,494 - $76,773/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.
Location
4500
Oak
Street,
Vancouver
BC,
V6H 2N9
Hours of
Work: Monday – Friday, 0800 - 1600 Requisition # 199715E What we do BC Children’s Hospital (BCCH) provides care for the most seriously ill or injured children and youth from across British Columbia. BCCH is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA). The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province.
Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Create equity – Be courageous.
Learn more about
PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services PHSA and BCCH are committed to anti-racism and equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently excluded groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code. One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes ongoing commitments to Indigenous recruitment and employee experience as well as dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya’k̓ula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at indigenous.employment@phsa.ca. Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and exclusion faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and title of BC First Nations and self-determination of all First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities. PHSA is mandated to uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents including the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for
Justice (2019), the
Declaration
Act
Action
Plan and
Remembering
Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.
Attention current employees of
Requirements
Education and training equivalent to a recognized Bachelor’s program in an appropriate health-related discipline plus 3 years of recent related experience in a clinical research setting.
Comprehensive knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism and systemic racism on Indigenous Peoples, including commitment to identifying, challenging, and eradicating Indigenous-specific racism and discrimination impacting equity-deserving groups.
Demonstrated knowledge of legislative obligations and provincial commitments within BCCH contexts (including TRC Calls to Action, In Plain Sight, BC Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act, UNDRIP, Reclaiming Power and Place, BC Human Rights Code, Anti-racism Data Act) and how they intersect across the health care system.
Proficiency in patient interview techniques, research subject counseling, database management, and online REB submissions.
Ability to work on all phases (I-IV) of clinical development, Health Canada documentation, and sponsor monitoring visits.
Ability to work independently under minimal supervision and maintain confidentiality.
Computer literacy in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet.
Strong organizational skills, accuracy, attention to detail, and interpersonal/analytical/problem-solving skills
Recognized Bachelor’s program in an appropriate health-related discipline (or equivalent education/training)
Database management
Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
Accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to work independently under minimal supervision
REB applications
Health Canada documentation
Standard operating procedures (SOP) development
Clinical trial initiation and management
Subject recruitment and follow-up
Tracking study progress
Study database creation and maintenance
Troubleshooting study-related problems
Benefits
Municipal pension plan
Comprehensive benefits package
WorkPerks discount program
Psychological health & safety programs
Holistic wellness resources
Annual statutory holidays (13)
Generous vacation entitlement and accrual
Professional development opportunities through 2,000+ in-house courses
Indigenous Cultural Safety training
Indigenous-specific anti-racism training
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and accessibility training
Mental health and well-being training
Posting details
Employment type
Temporary, Full Time
Work arrangement
Hybrid
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
CA$58,494 - CA$76,773/yr
Location
Vancouver, British Columbia
Posted
Jul 6, 2026
Application
Employer website
Effective organizational skills, including ability to prioritize work, multi-task, and to meet deadlines and schedules.
Demonstrated ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Effective in interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills.
Ability to work on multiple projects without compromising the integrity of each project.
Demonstrates a commitment to beginning and continuing their personal learning journey related to Indigenous-specific racism and dismantling systems of oppression, as well as addressing racism more broadly. Shows willingness to articulate and share their learning experiences to contribute to a culture of motivation and inspiration among peers.
Demonstrates foundational knowledge of the social, economic, and political realities of settler-colonialism and its impacts on Indigenous peoples and equity-deserving groups within social and health contexts. Understands the impact of social determinants of health-on-health outcomes. Shows a commitment to learning about and upholding legislative obligations and provincial commitments outlined in foundational documents such as the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place: Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan, Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study, the BC Human Rights Code, Anti-Racism Data Act, and the Distinctions Based Approach. What we bring Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.
Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
Access to professional development opportunities through our 2,000+ in-house courses including a range of experience level, profession-specific, or other essential training on Indigenous Cultural Safety; Indigenous-specific anti-racism; Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and accessibility, mental health and well-being, and more.
Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more. Job Type: Temporary, Full-Time (until June 28, 2027)
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Patient interview techniques
Research subject counseling
Online Research Ethics Board submissions
Sponsor monitoring visits
Budget drafting and management
Scope development for studies
Manuscript and presentation preparation/editing
Supervision, scheduling, and training of research assistants, volunteers, and medical students
Interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Ability to work on multiple projects without compromising integrity
Anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety commitment
Market context
Clinical research roles remain competitive in BC
Clinical Research Coordinator roles in British Columbia are typically in steady demand at research hospitals and institutes, especially where studies need strong coordination, ethics awareness, and participant follow-up. This position is competitive because it asks for a health-related bachelor’s-equivalent background, recent clinical research experience, and knowledge of settler colonialism and systemic racism in care and research. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show protocol coordination, documentation, and culturally safe practice experience.
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