Clinical Research Associate

Profound Medical; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group RRSP

Medical benefits

Job summary

Profound Medical is seeking a Clinical Research Associate to analyze and improve trial execution from startup to closeout. You will manage site visits, adapt to protocol changes, and ensure TMF integrity, while maintaining strong relationships with study personnel.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in biomedical sciences (MSc preferred), and certifications such as SOCRA/CCRP or ACRP are desirable. Expect up to 60% travel across Canada and the U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biomedical sciences required; MSc preferred or equivalent research experience.
• SOCRA/CCRP or ACRP certification preferable or completion of clinical research graduate certificate.

Responsibilities

• Execute core clinical operations activities: site management, SIV, IMV, TMF maintenance.
• Review site contracts, budgets, and ethics board submissions.
• Maintain relationships with study personnel; investigate issues and propose solutions.
• Ensure data accuracy and verifiability via SDR/SDV through on-site or remote monitoring.
• Analyze data to identify inconsistencies or risks and develop mitigations.
• Communicate findings clearly and maintain inspection-ready TMF documentation.
• Ensure compliance with GCP, ethics board policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Travel for site visits and monitoring up to 60% within Canada and the United States.

Skills

GCP knowledge

Trial management

Written communication

Attention to detail

Relationship building

Problem solving

Travel coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biomedical sciences

MSc (thesis-based preferred)

Job description

Our mission is to Profoundly change the standard of care by creating a tomorrow where clinicians can confidently ablate tissue with precision; a tomorrow where patients have access to safe and effective treatment options, so they can quickly return to their daily lives. Changing the standard of care is part of our fabric. We are a group of energetic, problem-solvers focused on innovation, and looking to change the world. We are changing the paradigm for treating diseases such as prostate cancer by using real-time MR Imaging, thermal ultrasound and close-loop temperature feedback control, to gently ablate the diseased tissue with minimal side effects.

If you share our values and want to work in a collaborative results focused culture and want to make a Profound impact in healthcare and your career, here is your chance.

General Accountability:

The Clinical Research Associate will be responsible for analyzing, questioning, and improving how work gets done while demonstrating strong foundational CRA capabilities, meeting business objectives through efficient, quality trial execution from startup to closeout.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Execute core clinical operations activities with attention to both detail and underlying context: site management, SIV, IMV, closeout visits, Trial Master File (TMF) maintenance, etc
• Participate in review of site contracts, budgets, and ethics board submissions
• Build and maintain effective relationships with study personnel
• Investigate issues independently, identify root causes, and propose solutions
• Ensure study data are accurate, complete, and verifiable through source data review/verification (SDR/SDV) by on-site, remote, or centralized monitoring activities
• Analyze site and study data to identify inconsistencies, trends, or potential risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Engage sites as a thought partner to improve protocol understanding and execution
• Communicate findings, issues, and recommendations in a clear, structured, concise, and results-generating manner
• Maintain TMF documentation that is clear, logical, compliant, and inspection-ready
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve processes, clarity, and efficiency
• Ensure that the study conduct, TMF, and adverse event reporting are compliant with the ethics board approval, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, and all applicable local regulatory requirements
• Conduct training for colleagues or study team as requested
• Fulfill other duties as required and requested by the company

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in biomedical sciences required.MSc (thesis-based preferred) or equivalent research experience.

Certifications

SOCRA/CCRP or ACRP certification preferable/ completion of a clinical research graduate certificate.

Key Attributes

• Ability to think critically beyond following process
• Minimum of 1 - 3 years of experience
• Strong written communication skills that are clear, concise, and logical
• High level of initiative, ownership, and work ethics
• Ability to structure and present information clearly
• Attention to detail combined with big-picture thinking
• Experience in administering and conducting clinical trials from startup to closeout
• Proficiency in GCP guidelines, ethics board policies, applicable regulatory requirements, and all related processes
• Proven ability to establish and maintain relationships with study site personnel
• Proficiency in data management and quality management
• Knowledge of adverse event reporting procedures and applicable regulatory requirements
• Experience in conducting site initiation visits, monitoring visits, and close-out visits - both on-site and remotely
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, track project milestones, and ensure timely delivery of results
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Ability to travel for site visits, monitoring visits, SIVs, and investigator interactions up to 60% of the time within Canada and United States.
  

The expected annual salary range for this role is $60,000 - 75,000 CAD. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and job-related factors. This role may also be eligible for participation in the company’s benefits programs, such as a group RRSP and medical benefits paid by the employer.

We strive to promote diversity and equal opportunity in the workplace and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.