Clinical Research Coordinator

Job Description

The Sports Medicine team in the Division of Orthopaedic Surgery is seeking a dedicated and experienced Clinical Research Coordinator to join our research-driven and patient-focused team. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead high-impact clinical and retrospective research in sports medicine, with a focus on shoulder instability, rotator cuff pathology, and hip arthroscopy.

The successful candidate will play a central leadership role in the coordination and execution of clinical studies, contributing to advancements in orthopedic and sports-related injury research.

Position Requirements

Education (Required)

Master's degree in a health-related field is required, with at least one year of relevant research experience beyond graduate studies. PhD applicants with applicable experience are welcome.

Experience

• Prior experience in clinical research coordination, including grant writing, data management, or related tasks.
• Experience leading or independently managing clinical research and/or retrospective studies.
• Proficiency in research methodologies, including statistical analysis, ethics applications, and research protocol development.
• Familiarity with patient-centered research, research databases, and large-scale data management.
• Familiarity with clinical sports medicine studies is considered a strong asset.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with statistical software (e.g., SPSS or equivalent).
• Skills in data mining, data management, and large database analysis preferred.

Publication Skills

• Experience in manuscript preparation and submission to peer-reviewed journals is preferred.

Key Attributes

• Exceptional interpersonal skills and professionalism.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to lead multiple studies concurrently while maintaining high data quality standards.
• Independent and collaborative, with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to prioritize workload and adapt to changing clinical and research demands.
• Self-motivated with demonstrated initiative and accountability.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate prospective and retrospective clinical research studies in topics including shoulder instability, rotator cuff pathology, and/or hip arthroscopy.
• Oversee all ongoing clinical and funded research studies to ensure adherence to project timelines, study milestones, deliverables, and reporting requirements.
• Monitor study progress, identify potential delays or barriers, and implement solutions to maintain project momentum and compliance.
• Oversee data quality by managing data entry, developing data audits, and ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
• Prepare and submit ethics applications, renewals, and amendments as required.
• Maintain multiple clinical research databases, including patient demographics, clinical assessments, surgical data, and outcomes.
• Coordinate research activities and research rotations for colleagues, students, and fellows within the Sports Medicine Fellowship Program.
• Support grant applications and manuscript preparation for submission to peer-reviewed orthopedic journals.
• Serve as a central member of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to advancing patient care through research.

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit the following documents:

• A copy of their most recent CV
• A cover letter outlining their qualifications and interest in the position
• A sample of academic writing (e.g., a published paper or manuscript), if available

In addition, applicants must respond to the following screening questions in their application email:

• Do you have any clinical research experience? If yes, please specify the type of studies and your role.
• Do you have any grant writing experience? If yes, please specify your level of involvement and outcomes.
• Do you have any publication experience? If yes, please specify journals, authorship position, and topic areas.

All required documents and responses must be submitted via email to:

Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position has been filled.

Additional Information

Schedule: Monday to Friday
Language Requirement: English (required)
French not required
Willingness to Travel: Up to 25% (preferred)

The Sports Medicine Program values inclusivity and diversity and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $29.17-$38.36 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person