​​Centralized monitoring is an integral part of a risk-based monitoring strategy, defined as the timely, remote review of accumulating subject and operational data to help distinguish between reliable and unreliable data, trends, outliers, and unusual variability using analytics and statistical methods.  

The central monitor is responsible for conducting a holistic and centralized statistical review of study data from study start through to study database lock according to the centralized monitoring plan, using analytical tools to identify emerging and existing risks to critical study data and process. The central monitor enables proactive identification, communication, escalation and management of risks at the study/country/site level. ​ 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• ​​Follow established procedures for the review of clinical trial data (Operational and Subject data) using a variety of tools and systems in alignment with the centralized monitoring plan and with support from the senior team members. 
• ​Identify data quality trends indicative of systematic errors and potential performance issues at study/country/site and track the evidence of issues and potential risks with support from senior team members.  
• ​Ensure results of reviews are appropriately documented per procedures. 
• ​Support Central Monitoring teams with performance of assigned reviews with high quality, on-time results. 
• ​Provide input to senior team member as needed to support development of risk characterization and reporting. 
• ​Support review set-up as directed by assigned lead including updating department database, pulling reports, etc. as assigned. 
• ​Share the responsibility for data quality at the study, country and site levels.​ 

Education

•  ​​Bachelor’s degree in a field relevant to clinical research. 

Experience

• ​Minimum of 1 year of experience in central statistical monitoring with overall 6 years of experience in two or more operational areas such as clinical monitoring, data management, drug safety, medical monitoring, biometrics, or project management. 
• ​Basic understanding of statistical monitoring and Risk Based Quality Management (RBQM) and their impact on data integrity. 
• ​Thorough understanding of the processes associated with clinical study management, data management, and regulatory operations. 
• ​Knowledge of clinical trial database systems (EDC, IRT, CTMS, etc.). 
• ​Good computer skills, with knowledge of advanced MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and the ability to learn and use interactive computer systems and tools. 
• ​Ideally a basic level of understanding of descriptive analysis e.g. means, medians, significance, confidence intervals. 
• ​Must have been involved in the analysis and review of clinical data, ability to extract pertinent information from standard study documentation, such as protocols, electronic study data systems with the ability to learn to identify trending of site/study data. 
• ​Must be able to work in non-traditional work environments. 

Attributes

• Fluent in English (excellent oral and written). 
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels in an organization and with external customers. 
• Must be a fast learner and able to understand new concepts quickly. 
• Prioritization skills with ability to plan, monitor and manage workload fluidly in response to changing project demands. 
• Satisfactory understanding of project protocol, project documentation including centralized monitoring and risk-based monitoring. 
• Broad working knowledge of the roles, functions and process of conducting clinical trials. 
• Must be able to manage time effectively, working with multiple functions and requirements. 
• Must have been involved in the use of trial management or data management systems. 
• Good knowledge of good clinical practices, and applicable Health Canada and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations/guidelines. 

The work environment

At Innovaderm, you will work with brilliant and driven colleagues. Our values are collaboration, innovation, reliability and responsiveness. We offer a stimulating work environment and attractive advancement opportunities. 

In this position, you will be eligible for the following perks: 

• Permanent full-time position
• Flexible schedule
• Vacation
• Home-based position
• Ongoing learning and development

About Innovaderm

Innovaderm is a contract research organization (CRO) specialized in dermatology. Since its beginnings in 2000, our organization has benefited from a solid reputation for the quality of its research and services exceeding the expectations of its clients. Based in Montreal, Innovaderm continues to grow and expand in North America and Europe.