Clinical Research Analyst

University Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a motivated individual to join its research team at a leading cancer center. This permanent full-time role involves overseeing and coordinating clinical research projects, ensuring compliance with ethical standards, and engaging with patients. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills, along with a solid background in clinical research. This opportunity offers a chance to work alongside dedicated professionals in a supportive environment, contributing to groundbreaking research and patient care. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this role is perfect for you.

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, parking)

On-site gyms

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years clinical research experience with patient contact required.
• Strong verbal & written communication and organizational skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement day-to-day research projects effectively.
• Prepare study documents and manage data collection as per guidelines.
• Recruit study participants and contribute to protocol development.

Skills

Clinical Research Experience

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Leadership Skills

Time Management Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in health or science-related field

Tools

REDCap Database

Job description

Company 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.

Job Description
Union: Non-Union

Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre

Department: Gastroesophageal Cancer

Reports to: Clinical Research Manager and PI

Work Model: On Site

Hours: 35 Hours Per Week

Salary: $32.82 - $41.02 per hour (To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy)

Shifts: Monday - Friday

Status: Permanent Full-Time

Closing Date: April 4, 2025

Position Summary

We are looking for a highly motivated individual with prior clinical and translational research experience to join our research team at the Department of Medical Oncology and Hematology. Working under the direction of the program lead, clinical research manager, and Principal Investigators, the successful candidate will be responsible for the oversight, organization and coordination of investigator-led and sponsored studies.

Duties

• Day-to day-coordination and implementation of research projects
• Maintain file documentation, such as collection of regulatory documents, submission to the Research Ethics Board and other regulatory agencies as required
• Participate in cross-network patient engagement activities
• Organize research team meetings; building strong supportive relationships amongst diverse knowledge users
• Prepare study documents and templates (i.e. CRFs, study logs) and coordinate all aspects of data collection and source documentation as per UHN policy and ICH/GCP guidelines
• Manage REDCap Database- review and monitor study data;
• Recruit study participants (e.g. identify, screen potential participants & obtain informed consent)
• Contribute to protocol development

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in a health or science-related field or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years clinical research experience and experience with patient contact
• Knowledge of research regulations and guidelines, such as ICH/GCP guidelines, Tri-Council Policy, Declaration of Helsinki and FDA CFR and Health Canada TPD
• Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines in accordance to UHN standards
• Strong verbal & written communication skills
• Exceptional organizational & time management skills & attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task & perform with accuracy in a fast-paced environment
• Well-developed leadership & excellent interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated; ability to work well independently as well as part of a team
• Strong analytical & problem solving skills
• Excellent decision-making, listening & conflict resolution skills

Additional Information
Why join UHN?

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.