Research Nurse Coordinator

Staff
- Non Union

M&P - AAPS

AAPS Salaried
- Nursing, Level A

Research Nurse Coordinator

MS Clinical Trials Support Division of Neurology | Department of Medicine | Faculty of Medicine

$6,631.67 - $9,533.25 CAD Monthly

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September 21, 2026

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

Job End Date

September 20, 2027

This position will be filled internally. It is posted for informational purposes only.

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Job Summary
The Research Nurse Coordinator supports and coordinates clinical trials within the Multiple Sclerosis (MS) & Neuromyelitis Optica (NMO) Clinical Trials Program at the Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (UBC Hospital). This role integrates specialized nursing practice with advanced clinical research coordination to ensure safe, ethical, and efficient conduct of investigator‑initiated, academic, and industry‑sponsored studies. The position requires independent judgment, strong clinical assessment skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced research environment.

Organizational Status
Reports to the MS & NMO Clinical Trials Director and Research Manager. Works independently within established standards for ethical and competent research practice. Collaborates closely with Principal Investigators, Sub‑Investigators, Research Coordinators, Research Assistants, Research Nurses, CROs, sponsors, laboratory staff, pharmacy, imaging, and clinical departments at UBC and VGH.

Work Performed
Protocol & Study Start‑Up Responsibilities

• Evaluate new study protocols for feasibility, safety, and operational requirements prior to site initiation.
• Implement study protocols and educate research staff to ensure consistent and compliant study conduct.
• Draft and review participant Informed Consent Forms; support REB submissions, amendments, and renewals.
• Prepare regulatory start‑up documentation and ensure compliance with ICH‑GCP, Health Canada Division 5, FDA, TCPS2, and institutional policies.
• Act as a liaison with sponsors, CROs, and national/international study teams during initiation, maintenance, and close‑out.

Participant Recruitment & Engagement

• Plan, coordinate, and conduct participant recruitment, screening, and enrollment activities.
• Serve as a key contact for subject recruitment; develop and evaluate recruitment strategies.
• Attend monthly MS Clinic information/education sessions to provide patients with details on actively recruiting studies.
• Obtain and document informed consent according to ICH‑GCP and REB requirements.
• Provide education to participants and families regarding study background, procedures, investigational treatments, risks, and benefits.
• Respond to participant questions, concerns, and device‑related issues; support retention throughout the study.

Clinical & Nursing Responsibilities

• Independently conduct clinical assessments, vital signs, ECGs, interviews, questionnaires, and…