Research Specialist **POSITION SUMMARY** Erie Shores Healthcare works to create new knowledge and evidence to support ESHC in providing high quality exemplary care. Our mission at ESHC is to be regarded as a strong and progressive community hospital, committed to providing high-quality and compassionate care in a sustainable manner. Reporting to the Chief Nursing Executive the Research Specialist will initiate, facilitate, and publish research projects involving staff who work in the division of all areas/services offered by ESHC. The position will assist identifying funding opportunities, assist to apply for funding, monitor grant accounts, and facilitate regular reporting to funders. **ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS** Under the general supervision of the CNE, the Research Specialist will: Research + Encourage ESHC staff in research related activities. + Facilitate training on good clinical practices in clinical research for the ESHC staff interested in health research. + Act as a resource person for accessing intellectual resources from different data bases. + Liaise with University of Windsor Library accessing resources and training. + Liaise with a variety of stakeholders to build research capacity and ensure the successful coordination of all research related tasks. + Collaborate with community partners for successful grant applications. + Work closely with WE-SPARK Health Institute to leverage and grow research capacity. + Coordinate the execution of research activities in accordance with the Tri-Council Policy Statement (TCPS2) and other relevant guidelines and legislation. + Coordinate and facilitate research projects from start to finish, including: + Protocol development and measurement strategy + Prepare, submit, and manage applications and associated administrative tasks with regard to Research Ethics Board and any and all external PIs/ research teams + Project launch and implementation + Support participant recruitment, including screening and obtaining informed consent + Create and maintain research files and databases according to study guidelines (Clinical Practice Guidelines) ensuring data integrity Perform basic statistics and support the analysis and dissemination of research findings (reports, patient briefs, draft manuscripts, conference submissions, posters, presentations and other knowledge translation materials) + Perform literature searches and summarize research articles. + Co-ordinate, organize, attend and/or chair relevant research meetings. + Assist in preparation of grant/funding submissions. + Identify funding opportunities. + Facilitate regular reporting to funders. + Monitor grant accounts. + Acts as a main organizational contact person with the University of Windsor REB for all submission inquires. + Ensure compliance with current regulations. + Maintain a detailed database to track all research activities conducted at ESHC. + Support publications in peer reviewed journals. Quality Improvement + Support the organizational Quality Improvement Plan, develop monitor and report on all activities, processes, and procedures including internal audits + Determine data-driven solutions and implement quality improvement plans. + Suggest improvements in the process and pathways. + Assist with the development of company policies, processes, and procedures + Work in collaboration with the team members. + Conduct quality training sessions and workshops if required. + Perform various administrative duties as they relate to the role **QUALIFICATIONS, SKILL AND ABILITIES** + University Masters level degree (e.g., M.A., M.Sc.) required. + Minimum 1-2 years research experience required. + GCP, TPCS-2, certifications required. + Health care research experience preferred. + Project management/project coordination experience preferred. + Understanding of research design and methodology, guidelines and standards governing clinical research. + Understanding of the Personal Health Information Protection Act and good clinical practices. + Excellent computer skills, including advanced knowledge of research related software (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, literature search engines, Reference Manager or equivalent). + Knowledge and practice of statistical software, including SPSS. + Experience in report writing, publication and communication briefs. + Data Management experience (REDCap). + Outstanding organizational, accountability and time management skills. + Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and think critically. + Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. + Excellent inter-personnel skills. + Experience with Health Canada Procedures. + Experience with CERNER/EPIC. + Bilingualism (English/French) considered an asset.