Ethics Coordinator HiREB

The Ethics Coordinator provides administrative support to the Hamilton Integrated Research Ethics Board (HiREB). This includes coordinating all aspects of the submission, review, revision and approval process of new research studies and other REB applications submitted to HiREB. The Ethics Coordinator also provides guidance to researchers and other stakeholders, support for the HiREB eREB system, and coordination of REB meetings.

• Bachelors degree in health sciences or related field or equivalent combination of education/experience related to
  research
• 4 years experience in clinical research e.g., conducting clinical trials, acting as a research coordinator or monitor, and/orworking with or at a Research Ethics Board
• 2 years experience in a university/hospital environment Certified Clinical Research Associate an asset.
• Experience in clinical research e.g., conducting clinical trials, acting as a research coordinator or monitor, and/or working
  with or at a Research Ethics Board;
• Experience working in the university/hospital environment;
• Strong knowledge of research ethics and the ethical conduct of research involving human participants (TCPS 2 guidelines), Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA), Good Clinical Practice Guidelines, US FDA and Common Rule regulations related to research and Health Canada requirements; 
• Competency with medical and scientific terminology to a level which allows the discussion and recording of medical research issues and preparing correspondence, reports and summaries of medical studies;
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, attention to detail;
• Strong interpersonal and problem solving skills;
• Excellent judgment, tact and diplomacy;
• Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills;
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced environment;
• Demonstrated initiative, independent thinking, and creative problem solving skills;
• Strong skills with Word, Access, PowerPoint and Excel;
• Knowledge and/or experience working with Clinical Trials Ontario (CTO) an asset.