Job Description
RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).
Position summary
The MyeliNeuroGene Research Laboratory, directed by Dr. Geneviève Bernard, MD, MSc, a clinician-scientist, is looking for a motivated person to fill the position of full-time Clinical Research Coordinator. The team specializes in rare, genetic white matter diseases, leukodystrophies, and related disorders. Under the direction of the principal investigator, the candidate will be involved in leading natural history studies. The candidate will also participate in the execution of various clinical research activities including research subject recruitment, coordinating and scheduling research visits, ensure accurate and timely data entry and documentation, maintain study files and regulatory documentation and protocol compliance.
Department / Research Program: CHHD – Child Health and Human Development
General Duties
- Coordinate patient visits (recruitment, organize clinical assessments, distribution of questionnaires)
- Coordination of biological sample collection and biobanking activities
- Collection and review of relevant medical record data
- Coordination and shipment of biological samples (e.g., blood, fibroblasts, autopsies)
- Management of patient database
- Management of lab’s research protocols
- Supervise and train clinical student researchers
- Complete other tasks as requested by the PI
Other requirements
- Experience in clinical research
- Excellent planning, organization, time-management skills
- Excellent communication and networking skills
- Experience with training/supervising students and projects
Website of the organization
https://rimuhc.ca/en
Education / Experience
Education: Bachelor's degree
Field of Study: Neuroscience, Genetics
Work Experience: 2 years
Professional Membership: Yes No
Required Skills
- An advanced knowledge of oral and written French is required.
- An advanced knowledge of oral and written English is required, as the position requires regular and complex contact with researchers or international students who are exclusively proficient in English. The position also requires complex writing or in-depth analysis of documents in English related to a research project.
Additional information
Status: Temporary, full time (35-hour workweek)
Pay Scale: 45,518.20$ - 84,484.40$Commensurate with education and experience
Work Shift: Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm
Work Site: Glen Site, 1001 Decarie Blvd.
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Why work with us?
- 4-week vacation, 5th week after 5 years,
- Bank of 12 paid days (personal days and days for sickness or family obligations),
- 13 paid statutory holidays,
- Modular group insurance plan (including gender affirmation coverage),
- Telemedicine,
- RREGOP (defined benefit government pension plan),
- Training and professional development opportunities,
- Child Care Centres,
- Corporate Discounts (OPUS + Perkopolis),
- Competitive monthly parking rate,
- Employee Assistance Program,
- Recognition Program,
- Flex work options and much more!
https://rimuhc.ca/careers
To learn more about our benefits, please visit http://rimuhc.ca/en/compensation-and-benefits
THIS IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.
Equal Opportunity Employment Program
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity, diversity and inclusion within its community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who self-identify as members of racialized groups/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. We also welcome candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may confidentially contact, [email protected]
