Overview:
Term: 14 Months
This position is primarily responsible for the management, distribution and accountability of the study products used by study participants of the Centre for Ocular Research and Education (CORE). The incumbent must educate study participants on the proper use of assigned products according to protocol requirements. This position is contingent upon funding.
This position is contingent on funding.
Responsibilities:
Management of Study Products
Acquire study products and study consumables
Maintain inventory control and entry of product information into appropriate databases
Liaise with CORE financial department to ensure study product costs are allocated appropriately
Manage study product accountability throughout study
Reconcile study products at end of each study
Dispose of study products according to study protocol and appropriate UW guidelines
Distribution of Study Products
Dispense study products according to approved randomization schedule
Instruct study participants on the use and care of study products
Manage the dispensing and returning of study products for each study as per protocol requirements
Regulatory
Produce and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions (WI) and TOOLS for management of study products according to regulatory guidelines
Train other team members in the use of regulatory documents and ensure implementation
Communication with Study Sponsors
Ensure all study product information is up-to-date and available for review by study monitors
Meet with study monitors during scheduled visits to review accountability procedures and verify records
Liaise with study sponsors as needed regarding study product matters
Contribute to regular sponsor meetings and study progress reports
Participate as a member of the study team representing CORE at both on-site and off-site training meetings organized by study sponsors as required
Provide masked study product assignment information as required, e.g., for adverse event reports.
Management of Clinical Studies Conducted Remotely
Develop presentations and train external sites on the management and accountability of study products.
Create forms for study product accountability for each external site
Coordinate and distribute all study related documents and supplies to external sites
Manage flow of data from the external sites to the CORE Data Management Team ensuring accuracy and completeness of data
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent. Optometric Assistant certification or equivalent training would be preferred, and a Certified Research Associate Designation would be an asset
At least 3 years’ experience in a vision or health care setting is preferred
Knowledge of optometric terminology and vision care is a definite asset
Experience in regulatory affairs and compliance is an asset
Demonstrated ability to operate with a high degree of confidentiality using discretionary judgment and excellent problem-solving skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to present detailed instructions and information in a clear, concise manner
Demonstrated ability to take initiative in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines and conflicting requests
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Proven ability to work with minimal supervision.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and the willingness to become proficient in the use of in-house databases as required
This position potentially requires occasional travel
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