Clinical Research Coordinator I (CRC I)

University Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research hospital based in Toronto is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator I to support its Cardiovascular research team. The role involves participant recruitment, data management, and collaboration with clinical teams. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on national and international research studies in Cardio-oncology. The candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience in clinical research.

Benefits

Competitive offer packages

Flexible work environment

Opportunities for development and promotions

Multiple corporate discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years clinical and/or professional experience.
• Minimum 2 years clinical research experience with patient contact.
• Recognized certification in clinical research preferred.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment of study participants and coordinating patient visits per protocol.
• Management of data including entry into CRFs following UHN policy.
• Submissions to the Research Ethics Board as required.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in health or science-related discipline

Tools

MS Office

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
Number of vacancies:2
Site:Toronto General Hospital
Department:Clinical Research
Reports to:Clinical Research Manager
Work Model: Fully on-site
Hours: 37.5hours per week
Shifts: Monday to Friday
Status:Permanent Full-Time
Closing Date:June 20, 2025

The Clinical Research Coordinator I (CRC I) position is a key role in the growing Clinical Trials and Translation Unit (CTTU) within the Peter Munk Cardiac Centre (PMCC). CTTU provides clinical trials operational support to the world-leading cardiologists, cardiovascular surgeons, and other investigators at the PMCC. TeamCTTU is growing and is looking to welcome a forward thinking and enthusiastic professional to join our team and be a part of many innovative initiatives and clinical trials at local, national and international stage. Interested applicant must be willing to work on-site full time.

CTTU supports one of the national and international leaders in Cardio-oncology, the Ted Rogers Program in Cardiotoxicity Prevention.The CRC I will report to the Clinical Research Manager of the CTTU and work specifically for projects under the direction of the Cardio-oncology program Director. CRC I will projects ongoing within the Cardio-oncology program, including potentially handling multi-site national/international trials related to cardiotoxicity prevention. Responsibilities of the Clinical Research Coordinator I (CRC I) include but not limited to the following:

• Recruitment of study participants at the lead site (e.g. identifying, screening potential participants and obtaining informed consent);
• Executing/coordinating all aspects of patient study visits as per study protocol (e.g. source documentation including adverse events and medications, administration of questionnaires, sample processing and shipping, etc.);
• Implementing and coordinating all aspects of data management including data collection, data entry into CRFs, and source documentation, as per UHN policy and ICH/GCP guidelines;
• Management of sub-sites as central lead coordinator (regulatory compliance, site initiation, monitoring, etc.)
• Execution of study-related administrative tasks;
• Reviewing and assessing study-related documents;
• Contributing to study financial oversight and budgeting;
• Participate in internal and external monitoring (and audits) and quality assurance activities;
• Prepare study status reports for investigators and CTTU management;
• Submissions to the Research Ethics Board and other regulatory agencies as required;
• Liaising with sponsors, external stakeholders and members of the clinical care team

Qualifications

• At minimum Bachelor’s degree, or recognized equivalent, in a health or science-related discipline
• 3 years clinical and/or professional experience
• Minimum 2 year clinical research experience and experience with patient contact
• Cardiology experience in a clinical/research setting is preferred and will be an asset
• Background in Kinesiology (exercise) is preferred and will be a strong asset
• Recognized certification in clinical research (through ACRP or SoCRA e.g. CCRP) preferred
• Knowledge of research regulations and guidelines, such as ICH/GCP guidelines, Tri-Council Policy, Declaration of Helsinki and FDA CFR and Health Canada TPD
• Knowledge of investigational product development process (e.g. drugs/biologics, devices, natural health products, etc.)
• Knowledge of investigator-driven research processes, budgeting, contract review and mandatory reporting
• TDG (Transportation of Dangerous Goods) certification preferred
• Knowledge of IATA (International Air Transport Association) shipping regulations and basic laboratory procedures an asset
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work well independently as well as part of a team; self-motivated
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Proficiency with MS Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

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.