Research Coordinator

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Company

• IWK
• Health
• Req ID: 225075
• Department/Program:
• Surg /
• Optha
• Res,
• Research
• Services
• Location:
• Halifax
• Type of
• Employment: Temporary Hourly FT long-assignment (100%
• FTE) until
• September 2027 x 1 position(s)
• Start
• Date:
• September 2026Union
• Status:
• Research,
• Management/Non
• Union
• Bargaining
• UnitCompensation: $24.4006 - $30.5002 /hourClosing
• Date:
• August 18, 2026 (Applications are accepted until 23:59 Atlantic Time)

• Promoting an anti-racist environment, and calling out discrimination as we work and provide care, is important to us. We are located in Mi’kma’ki, the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaq people. Working in Mi’kma’ki and providing care to those across Atlantic Canada is a shared privilege with the original inhabitants who have lived here for many thousands of years prior to colonization. There are 13 First Nation communities across Nova Scotia, and more than 50 historic African Nova Scotian communities who also have a long, deep, and complex history dating back over 400 years. We have the highest percentage of people with disabilities in the country. Nova Scotia has the highest proportions of transgender and non-binary people than any other province or territory in the country. We are active in our work to eliminate discrimination, but have more work to do to build that trust, acknowledge our biases and reduce the barriers our diverse communities face. We want IWK Health to be a safe and supportive space of equity and belonging in the care we provide and the employment we offer. We welcome all interested persons who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotians, Persons of Colour, Immigrants/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply to support our goal for our workforce to be representative of the patients, families, and communities that we care for at all job levels.The Opportunity The Divisions of Pediatric General Surgery and Pediatric Urology at the IWK (6 surgeons) are seeking for a Research Coordinator- 1.0 FTE (time shared equally between the two Divisions). The goal is to assist members of both divisions with existing and new clinical research projects. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• To assist medical students, graduate students, residents, and fellows with onboarding to participate in clinical research projects conducted by members of the Divisions of Pediatric General Surgery and Pediatric Urology at the IWK. This includes but is not limited to credentialing with Research / Volunteer Services, proposal writing, ethics training.
• To oversee ethics submissions and renewals for research projects conducted within both divisions at the IWK.
• To oversee submission of contracts and data transfer agreements for projects associated with research consortia such as CANCORPS, PUC, PSORC, Canadian IBD and others.
• To oversee enrolment of patients and data collection pertaining to clinical research projects conducted by members of the Divisions of Pediatric General Surgery and Pediatric Urology at the IWK.
• To ensure compliance with confidentiality / data housing policies of large databases, such as CIHI, CYP-C and others as they relate to clinical research projects conducted by members of the Divisions of Pediatric General Surgery and Pediatric Urology at the IWK.
• To assist Principal Investigators in identifying funding opportunities and applying for grants for clinical research projects conducted by members of the Divisions of Pediatric General Surgery and Pediatric Urology at the IWK.
• To organize and participate in Research Rounds on a bimonthly basis to update faculty members on the progress of ongoing projects and discuss new ideas. Hours of Work 37.5 hours biweekly 8am - 5pm, Monday to Friday (hybrid)Your Qualifications
• BSc degree in a health-related field
• A graduate degree in a related field is desirable but not required if the candidate can demonstrate relevant work experience
• 1 + years of previous experience working in a clinical setting
• Experience with database management
• Working knowledge of database software platforms such as REDCap
• Previous experience with multi-national research would be an asset
• Experience with the ethics research board submission process an asset
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Superior organizational and time management skills
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team
• Skilled with standard computer programs including the MS Office suite
• Understanding of medical terminology as well as standard clinical procedures and protocols
• Prior experience training and mentoring staff members is preferred
• Ability to speak a second language is an asset, but not required
• Knowledge of statistics is an asset, but not requiredThank you for your interest in IWK Health.

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This is a Management/Non Union bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.

An offer of employment is conditional upon the completion and satisfactory results of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials.

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