This temporary part-time position is expected to extend until October 1, 2025, subject to availability of work.
 
The successful candidate will work under the direction of Dr. Sowerby and the current Clinical Trial Coordinator Lanette Friesen-Waldner in the role of the “Clinical Research Assistant”. This position will assist the Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery to secure and administer both industry-sponsored and local investigator / resident-sponsored clinical research trials. The position will be focused on olfactory research and will involve performing olfactory testing.
There is a broad range of responsibilities with a focus on Clinical Trial Administration. Responsibilities will include assisting the Clinical Trial Coordinator with day to day operations of clinical studies, patient recruitment and study enrolment, sample collection, ordering and stocking supplies, liaising with study sponsors, patients, health care workers, and completion of study documentation. Dr. Sowerby has an interest in olfactory research, and this position will involve performing olfactory testing and administering studies focused in this area. There is potential for expansion of both olfactory testing and olfactory studies. This position is a 3 day per week (22.5 hours per week) twelve-month contract with possibility of renewal.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in health-related field is preferred however equivalent qualification/ work experience will be considered;
• Requires excellent interpersonal, organizational and planning skills to work effectively in a high-pressure environment and have the ability to deal with confidential matters;
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Ability to communicate effectively general and scientific information both verbally and in writing
• Demonstrated good judgement, initiative, tact and professional attitude in the workplace
• Adaptable, flexible and resourceful. Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

• Prior clinical trials experience or training
• Experience working in an academic/research environment
• Training and certification in ICH/GCP guidelines.
• Familiarity with LHRI policies and procedures an asset
• Experience with REDCap
• Demonstrated ability to work in teams, e.g. including faculty, staff, students and residents;

• Provide documentation you have received two doses of the Covid-19 vaccine (primary series, boosters and/or XBB) OR one dose of XBB vaccine at least 14 days prior to the start date.
• Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (chicken pox)
• Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing