August 12, 2025

RESEARCH COORDINATOR

(RESEARCH ASSISTANT II)

Discipline of Pediatrics (Janeway Pediatric Research Unit)

Faculty of Medicine

(One Year Contractual Position)

DUTIES

Reporting to the manager of operations for the clinical disciplines, the successful applicant will be required to perform senior level professional and technical work in a research support capacity under the direction of the Director of Pediatric Research and the Chair of Pediatrics. As a member of the leadership team of the Janeway Pediatric Research Unit (JPRU), the successful incumbent will be responsible for supporting the development, management, and coordination of research studies in the JPRU and supporting the unit's overall operations. This position includes the management of projects conducted by faculty, pediatric specialists, residents, medical students, research trainees, and research staff. Duties include supervising research staff and aiding with the hiring of new staff; orientating new research staff and research trainees; providing guidance to research nurses and assistants; helping to ensure that project time lines are met; reporting to sponsoring agencies; liaising with other university departments, including the Office of Research, HREA, RPAC/EPAC, etc., on various research topics; aiding with the coordination of the JPRU summer research series; ensuring professional and ethical standards are maintained for research projects; supporting the goals and objectives of the JPRU; supporting specific research projects; and performing other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

3-5 years' experience in a clinical research environment and in the coordination, design and epidemiology of clinical research with completion of a master's degree in clinical epidemiology, health research or related field or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, computer skills including MS Office Suite; SPSS; and substantial knowledge of clinical research methods are required. Experience in nursing or other medical/allied health professions, experience in Pediatrics, and experience working in a team setting in a university/hospital environment would be considered assets.

SALARY $69,214 - $81,193 per annum (Non-Bargaining)

CLOSING DATE August 26, 2025

COMPETITION NO. MUN03281

Please note that we will ONLY accept applications for this position through our website www.mun.ca/careers. Applications must be received by the end of business day on the competition closing date. You may drop off a paper application to the Faculty of Medicine - Memorial University, Medical Education Centre, St. John's, Room M2M229; or fax your resume to (709) 864-6344. Call us at (709) 864-6404 for assistance.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, people of any sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression; Indigenous peoples; visible minorities and racialized people; and people with disabilities.

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Inquiries about this opportunity should be directed to the Faculty of Medicine - Memorial University, Medical Education Centre, St. John's, Room M2M229 or by telephone at (709) 864-6404.

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We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.