The Centre for Neurology Studies (CNS) is part of a multidisciplinary clinic NeuroPeak Physiotherapy and Performance Centre that comprises of a team of clinicians utilizing a broad range of skills working with trauma, concussion & brain injury, chronic pain, PTSD, and a range of neurological conditions to deliver client-centered care with the aim of improving the client’s quality of life. Our purpose to Boldly Elevate People and our core values are the core of our day-to-day operations.

Furthermore, the Centre for Neurology Studies administers high-quality clinical research services to advance healthcare innovations for a positive impact on brain and mental health. We aim to bring cutting-edge therapies to people in need and help bridge the bench-to-bedside gap.

We are a Dynamic Team that collaborates within a super cool culture – a group of “neuro-nerds” with a passion for optimizing brain health located in a beautiful new clinic located across the street from the Surrey Memorial Hospital in the Health and Technology District.

Position Summary:

The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) supports the planning, initiation, communication, documentation and implementation of several clinical trials and research activities for the CNS.

Who you are:

• You have a Bachelor’s degree in a health-related science or nursing and 1-3 years of clinical research experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• You want to break barriers with high quality science that makes a positive societal impact
• You are very detail oriented and organized
• You enjoy the puzzle of arranging participant schedules and have strong administration skills
• You are familiar with handling study participant data in a strictly confidential manner
• You have the ability to manage multiple tasks and assignments within a fast-paced environment
• Experience with neurological populations is an asset, enthusiasm for brain health is a must!

What you’ll be doing:

• Scheduling participants and/or clinical staff for virtual and in-person study visits
• Working one-on-one with healthy individuals and those with various neurological and/or mental health conditions
• Performing clinical trial outcome measures, including cognitive assessments and questionnaires, with study participants
• Running EEG (electroencephalography) brain scans for research (training provided)
• Submitting clinical research documents to research ethics boards and regulatory bodies (e.g. Health Canada)
• Finding creative ways to engage with various clinical populations in the community and online to support trial recruitment
• Identifying and screening potential participants, and obtaining informed consent
• Recording and organizing detailed documentation of study-related information (e.g. screening logs, data collection forms, incidences of adverse events and protocol deviations)
• Ensuring study data is accurate, audit-ready, and entered and stored appropriately
• Ensuring study activities are performed in accordance with each individual protocol, internal SOPs, ICH GCP guidelines, Health Canada guidelines, ISO standards, as well as REB and Sponsor policies and procedures, as appropriate
• Ensuring continuous support to Investigators in the delivery of up-to-date activities and information, confirming priorities and timeframes of research projects
• Attending and participating in relevant team meetings
• Representing the company at various conferences, events, and community outreach initiatives
• Supervising students and volunteers, within the scope of specific projects, as appropriate
• Assisting with development of study documents (e.g. source documents, visit checklists)
• Assisting in the development and execution of marketing and promotional initiatives for study recruitment
• Performing other related duties as needed

Desired Skills:

• Previous research administration experience
• Pharmaceutical trial experience preferred
• CRC certification an asset, but not required
• Blood processing and shipping experience is an asset, but not required
• IATA or TDG certification in shipping of dangerous goods an asset, but not required
• Knowledge of various health care disciplines and their role in health care in British Columbia
• Ability to exercise initiative, tact, compassion, and discretion
• Ability to prioritize and work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines
• Ability to analyze problems, identify key information and issues, and effectively resolve them
• Excellent oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to accept responsibility and work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Proficiency in the use of a personal computer and applicable software applications
• Ability to learn new software programs

What we offer:

• Outstanding focus on high quality clinical research
• An energized, highly dynamic and innovative environment
• Salary band: $55,000-$63,000 and is dependent on experience, skills and qualifications
• Benefits include variety and flexibility in your schedule, extended health benefits from day 1, paid vacation, and RRSP matching
• Enthusiastic support for personal and professional development
• Access to some of the most cutting-edge technologies on the planet