Clinical Research Analyst

Uhnresearch; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 63,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading research hospital in Canada as a Clinical Research Analyst. This dynamic role involves translating research questions into REDCap projects, managing data, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care. You will be part of a prestigious team at the Ted Rogers Centre for Heart Research, contributing to groundbreaking studies and innovations in heart health. This position offers a hybrid work model, competitive salary, and numerous benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about clinical research and improving patient outcomes.

Benefits

Competitive offer packages

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service

Flexible work environment

Opportunities for development and promotions

Corporate discounts (travel, restaurants, etc.)

On-site gyms

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of clinical or professional experience.
• Experience with REDCap database development and longitudinal databases.

Responsibilities

• Translate research questions into REDCap projects.
• Manage data set migration and perform quality checks.
• Collaborate with clinicians to build REDCap projects.

Skills

REDCap database development

Microsoft Excel

Data management and coding

Programming languages (SAS/R/Python)

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in health or science-related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office Software

REDCap

Job description

UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

Union: Non-Union
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department:Ted Rogers Centre for Heart Research
Reports to: Manager
Work Model: Hybrid or On-Site
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: $32.82 - $41.02 hourly or $63,999- $79,989
Status: Temporary Full-Time
Closing Date: May 16, 2025

The Ted Rogers Centre for Heart Research is a collaborative research and education program that spans across UHN, the Hospital for Sick Children and the University of Toronto. It seeks to provide the world with new diagnoses, treatments, and tools to help people prevent, manage, and survive the devastating consequences of heart failure. It also provides global leadership in the cardiac field and offers multiple research and clinical educational opportunities and training. As part of this Centre, the Ted Rogers Computational Program (TRCP) is currently recruiting a highly qualified Clinical Research Analyst. We are seeking an energetic individual to join our team and facilitate human subject research and quality improvement projects. Duties will include translating research questions into REDCap projects, data set migration to and from REDCap, data management, coding and analysis, documenting procedures and communication with internal clients. Responsibilities also include software testing, data abstraction and quality-checking and other tasks as necessary.

Duties will comprise:

• Translating research questions into REDCap projects – This involves converting research questions into manageable data collection tools within the REDCap database.
• Data set migration to and from REDCap – Ensuring that data is properly transferred to and from REDCap for analysis and reporting.
• Data management, coding, and analysis – Handling data organization, performing coding tasks, and conducting analysis to support research projects.
• Software testing, data abstraction, and quality-checking – Conducting software tests, extracting data from various sources, and performing quality assurance checks to ensure accuracy.
• Collaborate with clinicians and researchers – Working closely with healthcare providers to build and maintain REDCap projects.
• Facilitating human subject research and quality improvement projects – Supporting the management of clinical research studies and projects aimed at improving patient care and outcomes.

Qualifications

• At minimum, a Bachelor’s degree in a health or science-related discipline or equivalent
• Minimum one (1) year of appropriate clinical and/or professional experience, co-op placements considered
• Minimum of six (6) months experience with REDCap database development including longitudinal databases and surveys, knowledge of advanced functions an asset
• Experience with research CRF creation and implementing ERD in an electronic database system
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Excel including use of functions, macros and add-ons
• Demonstrated knowledge of applicable research regulations and guidelines such as ICH/GCP and Tri-Council Policy
• Knowledge of web development UX design with HTML, CSS code an asset
• Previous experience with cardiovascular clinical research preferred
• Knowledge of a programming language (SAS/R/Python) to perform simple data coding and analysis an asset
• Demonstrated attention to detail
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Ability to multi-task and perform in a fast-paced environment
• Well developed leadership skills; self-motivated
• Ability to work well independently and in a team environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Mentor/training experience is an asset
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent listening, conflict resolution skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Software (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)
• Client service oriented, with the ability to effectively work with diversity and appreciate that people with different opinions, backgrounds and characteristics bring richness to the challenge or situation at hand

Additional Information

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/ )
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

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