Clinical trials specialist delivering complex Indigenous-led research at the University of Alberta. Building community partnerships, ensuring regulatory compliance, and coordinating multi-site trial operations.
Responsibilities
Independently plan, coordinate and deliver a portfolio of complex, concurrent clinical trials and research initiatives from feasibility and start-up through implementation, closeout and return of results
Analyze operational requirements, resources, timelines, budgets and risks
Develop integrated project plans, monitor progress, resolve complex operational challenges and recommend course corrections within delegated authority
Build and sustain relationships with First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities and organizations, Elders, Knowledge Keepers and research partners
Integrate distinctions-based protocols, community direction, Indigenous governance, data sovereignty and relational accountability into trial delivery
Lead operational integration of community engagement, research agreements, consent, data stewardship, knowledge sharing, reciprocity and benefit commitments throughout the research lifecycle
Coordinate clinical trial operations, quality assurance and regulatory compliance
Integrate research ethics, ICH Good Clinical Practice, Health Canada requirements, TCPS 2 Chapter 9, institutional policies and community-specific obligations into practical workflows
Provide functional guidance, develop tools and resources, support knowledge mobilization, document lessons learned and recommend improvements to ICTU and CTO processes
Requirements
Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline or an equivalent combination of education, community-engaged experience and operational expertise
Demonstrated experience coordinating complex, multi-party initiatives in Indigenous, community, health, research or public-sector environments
Deep understanding of distinctions-based Indigenous contexts, protocols, relationships and ways of working with First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples
Strong relational skills, cultural humility and sound judgment, including respect for community authority and Indigenous decision-making
Exceptional critical thinking, problem-solving, negotiation and decision-making skills
Ability to rapidly acquire and apply clinical trial knowledge, including ICH Good Clinical Practice, Health Canada requirements, research ethics, privacy, quality systems and site operations
Working knowledge of Indigenous research ethics and data sovereignty, including TCPS 2 Chapter 9, community-specific protocols and agreements, and OCAP® principles where applicable
Proven ability to manage competing priorities across multiple complex initiatives, maintain accurate documentation and deliver results with limited supervision
Strong facilitation, relationship management and written and oral communication skills
Ability to navigate diverse academic, clinical and community environments
Proficiency with common office and collaboration tools, with ability to learn clinical trial, ethics, data and project management systems
Willingness and ability to travel, including to rural and remote communities, and work occasional evenings or adjusted hours as required
Resume and cover letter required
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Position subject to applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA)
Hybrid work arrangement with a mix of remote and in-person work
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