The Clinical Trials Nurse Practitioner (NP) at the Centre for Neurology Studies (CNS) plays a vital role in delivering safe, protocol-aligned medical support for participants in neuroscience and mental health clinical trials — including first-in-human and psychedelic-assisted therapy studies.

This is an hourly, contract-based role that focuses on physical exams, ECGs, venipuncture, and other procedure-specific responsibilities as defined in clinical trial protocols. The position does not involve charting, prescribing, or routine patient management.

Working under the oversight of the Principal Investigator (PI), and in collaboration with Clinical Research Coordinators (CRCs), the NP supports both pre-screening and ongoing study visit workflows.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to some of the most innovative and meaningful clinical trials in the field of mental health. The Centre for Neurology Studies is leading research in psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy, brain health diagnostics, and emerging interventions for treatment-resistant conditions.

By joining our team, you'll support the safe delivery of first-in-human and neuroscience-driven studies aimed at transforming care pathways for individuals facing depression, PTSD, brain injury, and more. Whether you're seeking flexible involvement or looking to deepen your clinical research footprint, this is a chance to be part of a mission-driven, collaborative, and leading-edge research environment.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Study & Protocol-Based Monitoring

• Conduct general and study-specific physical examinations
• Perform ECG acquisition and venipuncture per protocol
• Review participant medical histories to support inclusion/exclusion review
• Collaborate with CRCs during study screening and enrollment phases
• Participate in medical feasibility reviews and safety planning for study startup

Patient Education & Support

• Educate participants about study procedures and timelines
• Provide emotional support, promote informed consent, and answer participant questions
• Help foster a psychologically safe and ethical trial experience for participants

Collaboration & Communication

• Communicate with the CNS site team, Principal Investigators, and sponsors/monitors
• Work closely with CRCs to coordinate visit scheduling and medical assessments
• Support site compliance initiatives including pre-inspection readiness and sponsor audits
• Contribute to quality improvement projects and interdisciplinary care planning

What You Will Not Be Responsible For

• EMR documentation or charting
• Prescribing or long-term medication management
• Mental health therapy, diagnostics, or case management
• Drafting or submitting regulatory documentation (handled by CRCs or CTAs)

Qualifications

• Licensed Nurse Practitioner (NP) in British Columbia, in good standing with BCCNM
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in outpatient, research, or procedural care settings
• Strong comfort level with venipuncture, ECGs, and conducting physical exams
• Current Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification (required)
• Valid IATA certification for biological specimen handling (required)
• Clinical research experience or familiarity with ICH-GCP and Health Canada CTA expectations (preferred)
• Experience working with mental health, neurocognitive, or vulnerable populations is an asset

What You’ll Bring

• Professionalism and confidence in independently executing medical procedures
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with both clinical and non-clinical teams
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach with sensitivity to trial contexts
• Ability to remain organized and flexible in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Respect for ethics, confidentiality, and participant autonomy
• Availability for in-person work at our CNS site (Surrey, BC) on an as-needed basis

Additional Details

• Contract Type: Hourly, independent contractor
• Time Commitment: 1–2 days per week, depending on trial schedule
• Compensation: Competitive hourly rate (based on experience and availability)
• Location: On-site at the Centre for Neurology Studies (Surrey, BC)
• Start Date: As soon as possible