Job Summary:

In accordance with the Mission, Vision, Values and strategic direction of PHSA, safety, including both patient and employee safety, is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA. As such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Program Director or Designate, the Global Health Research Project Lead contributes to the success of the Institute for Global Health by assisting in the development and monitoring of this pilot program to support various global health research projects in order to enhance quality improvement, research, education, and partnership activities. The Global Health Research Project Lead supports the development effectiveness of policies and procedures for engagement in global health research, and engages with nurses and allied health professionals across BC Children’s and Women’s Hospital in global health through regular events, communications and interest groups. The Global Health Research Project Lead is responsible for reviewing research protocol and study design with Study Investigator(s). Completes case report forms, charts and other study documentation. Supports department/program personnel to ensure study requirements are met.

Qualifications:

Education, Training and Experience

•    A Bachelor’s degree in an allied health discipline.
•    Minimum of one (1) year recent related experience in a health care setting working with a wide range of service providers.


Skills and Abilities

•    Demonstrated interest in clinical research.
•    Demonstrated relevant clinical research knowledge.
•    Knowledge of global children’s and/or women’s health.
•    Knowledge of research process and methodology.
•    Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
•    Strong leadership and organizational skills.
•    Ability to apply decision making and analytical skills.
•    Ability to deal with others effectively.
•    Ability to prioritize and organize work.
•    Ability to use computers and standard office applications.
•    Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.