Nurse (full-time)

Job Description

Do you want to work for a world-renowned research institute that pushes the boundaries of biomedical science and health research? Right here in Montreal! At the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC), you can be part of an organization focused on scientific discovery and innovation in patient-centered medicine. Join us today and make a difference!

RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC

The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).

Position Summary

The Personalized Transplant Care Research Program seeks to inform on strategies to improve outcomes and experiences of people living with immunocompromising conditions. The incumbent will be responsible for participant recruitment as well as conduct of trial activities, including but not limited to participant recruitment, vaccine administration, data and sample collection, clinical follow-up, and documentation at the site level. This includes ensuring compliance with the study protocol, institutional policies, and regulatory guidelines. The incumbent will work under the supervision of the Principal Investigator, and in consultation with the.

This position plays a vital role in ensuring participant safety, enhancing engagement, and maintaining the integrity and quality of study procedures.

General Duties

• Participant Screening and Recruitment
  • Conduct pre-screening assessments in alignment with inclusion/exclusion criteria,
  • Perform eligibility assessments in accordance with protocol-defined inclusion/exclusion criteria,
  • Coordinate and schedule informed consent discussions with eligible participants.
• Informed Consent Process
  • Clearly explain study objectives, procedures, and risks/benefits to potential participants in alignment with the trial protocol,
  • Obtain and document informed consent in compliance with ethical and regulatory standards.
• Coordination of Study Visits
  • Schedule (including booking, confirming and rescheduling appointments), conduct, and document study visits in a timely fashion and as outlined in the protocol.
• Data and Sample Collection
  • Collect clinical and survey data as well as biospecimens from the participants,
  • Accurately enter data into electronic data capture systems (REDCap) and maintain source documents.
• Participant Engagement and Retention
  • Maintain communication with participants for visit reminders, health status updates, and support participants in alignment with study procedures and protocol.
• Documentation and Regulatory Compliance
  • Ensure compliance with ICH-GCP and institutional policies,
  • Document adverse events and protocol deviations and report them in accordance with Sponsor, Regulatory Authorities (Health Canada), RI-MUHC SOPs, and REB guidelines.
• Interdisciplinary Coordination
  • Collaborate with investigators, trial nurses, lab personnel, trial manager, and research coordinators,
  • Attend study meetings and contribute to team communications and updates.
• Quality Assurance and Monitoring Support
  • Support audit and monitoring visit preparation by ensuring documentation is complete and up to date,
  • Respond to queries from monitors, auditors, and study supervisors, and implement corrective actions if needed.
• Training and Onboarding Support
  • Participate in study initiation meetings and protocol/study procedures’ training,
  • Support the onboarding of new site staff by sharing workflows, SOPs, and protocols.

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Education / Experience

Education: Diploma of College Studies (DEC)
Field of Study: DEC in Nursing or BScN/BNI in Nursing.
Good Clinical Practice (GCP)

Work Experience: 2-3 years

Professional Membership: Yes
Nurse Clinician or registered nurse in good standing with OIIQ certification.

Required Skills

• Excellent command of French and English, both spoken and written.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, demonstrated ability to interact professionally with participants, colleagues, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment with minimal supervision.
• High level of accuracy in documentation, data entry, and protocol adherence.
• Working knowledge of clinical and research software systems including REDCap, Medvisit, and OACIS.
• This position requires onsite presence.
• Adaptability to evolving demands.
• Patient-centered approach.