ASSISTANT, CLINICAL RESEARCH

Position Summary
Northern Health is looking for an experienced, highly efficient, and self-directed Assistant, Clinical Research to support the Research Innovation and Evaluation department.

The Assistant, Clinical Research provides operational, clinical, and administrative support for the conduct of departmental clinical research activities in compliance with applicable regulations, Northern Health’s research policies and procedures and study-specific contractual/grant agreements and protocols. The Clinical Research Assistant role involves working in a close team environment with other research staff, and will support investigators in collaboration with the Northern Centre for Clinical Research (NCCR).

The hourly rate for this position is $25.36 to $33.28 per hour and will be based on education, training, experience, and salaries of similar positions.

Qualfications
• Bachelor’s degree in a health or health-research related field including a minimum of one (1) year of clinical research experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Experience in clinical trials is an asset.

Skills and Abilities:
• Knowledge of Health Canada Food and Drug Act, Part C, Division 5, ICH E6 GCP, and US FDA regulations 21CFR and 45CFR46 pertaining to clinical trials.
• Knowledge of human participant’s protection, including a functional understanding of the requirements of the Tri-Council Policy Statement 2: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans.
• Highly proficient with MS Office (particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint), email, internet
• Experience working with people in a health care, academic, and/or research environment with knowledge of medical, clinical and research terminology.
• Current Venipuncture certificate (or willingness to obtain certification).
• Strong organizational skills & demonstrated ability to problem-solve under pressure.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to understand and follow complex clinical research protocol requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet tight timelines.
• Maintenance of professional and appropriate interactions with sponsors and all other study related personnel, participants, families and clinical staff members.
• Attendance at required internal meetings.
• Experience in data management, analysis and reporting is an asset.

Where you will be working:
Facility:
Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through University Hospital of Northern British Columbia (UHNBC)
UHNBC is growing, with the new Acute Care Tower estimated to open in winter 2031. This major expansion will bring state-of-the-art care to Northern BC. By joining our team in Prince George now, you’ll position yourself to work in one of the most advanced acute care environments in the province. To learn more, visit Let’s Talk UHNBC Acute Care Tower.

Community:
Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Prince George

More about Northern Health
Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!
Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:
• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice.
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.

Important Application Information
Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:
• Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
• Program certificates or diplomas.
• High school, college, or university transcripts.
• Cover letter and resume (recommended).

International Applicants
Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants