Clinical Research Professional

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CancerCare Manitoba is seeking a Clinical Research Professional to support the Clinical Trials Unit in Winnipeg. You will screen and recruit participants, explain study details, obtain consent, and ensure data quality and regulatory compliance.

The role may involve data management and ethics/regulatory tasks as needed. Ideal candidates have oncology or blood disorder experience, clinical trials exposure, and certification (SoCRA/ACRP).

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in a related health care field plus research-related experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with diverse populations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and data management.
• Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Screen and recruit eligible participants for active research studies per protocol and regulatory requirements.
• Explain study details and obtain informed consent/assent from patients and families.
• Prepare and ship biological samples and radiographic images; manage patient data for the study duration.
• Monitor study compliance and maintain study files; liaise with sponsor and study team.

Skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Prioritization

Communication

MS Office

Data entry

Education

Post-secondary education in health care

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

CancerCare Manitoba is a provincial agency which provides clinical and academic services and leadership for cancer control and the treatment of blood disorders. Our shared vision of a world free of cancer drives every member of our team. CancerCare Manitoba is the perfect place to thrive if you're seeking a fulfilling career in an organization that is committed to its employees' well-being and professional development.

Competition # 332-26-765081084

Posting End Date: October 5,2026

City: Winnipeg

Work Location: McCharles

Department: Clinical Trials Unit

Union: CUPE FS

Hiring Status: Permanent

Anticipated Start Date: October 13,2026

FTE: 1.0

Anticipated Shift: D ays

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Job Summary

Reporting to the Unit Manager, the Clinical Research Professional (CRP) functions as an essential member of the clinical research team. Responsibilities include but are not limited to screening and recruiting eligible participants for active research studies in accordance with protocol guidelines and regulatory requirements. The CRP will explain the study to participants and answer questions about non-interventional trials in order to obtain informed consent/assent, from patients and families (excluding interventional trials); The CRP will also ensure adherence to the study protocol by interpreting and abstracting health information to enroll eligible participants, preparing and shipping biological samples and radiographic images, and extracting, compiling, submitting, and retaining patient data for the duration of the study. The CRP will monitor study compliance, manage clinical trial patient files; communicate effectively with study sponsor representatives and members of the study team. The CRP will also be responsible for the preparation, submission, and follow-up of required committee and board approvals necessary for the conduct of clinical research. The CRP will serve as a liaison with appropriate departments and external agencies to ensure the smooth and ongoing operation of the research project.

The CRP must be knowledgeable in clinical trial regulations and have a thorough understanding of study requirements to maintain standards of excellence in clinical trial management.

Management determines the focus of the CRP depending on the requirements of the department upon hiring. Duties and responsibilities may shift between data management and ethics and regulatory affairs as needed – training and coaching will be provided.

Qualifications

Required

Level of Formal Education & Experience

• Post-secondary education in a related health care field plus research-related experience An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively, both independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, problem solve multi-task and work under pressure while meeting multiple deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex information to individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy

Physical Requirements

• Regular exposure to human biologics such as blood, urine, tissue, which have the potential to be classified as an infectious substance. affecting humans.
• Ability to handle of dangerous goods such as liquid nitrogen and dry ice.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs (e.g. boxes, binders, samples with dry ice)

Other

• Must have satisfactory employment record
• Must be legally able to work in Canada

Preferred

• Experience working in oncology and/or blood disorders.
• Clinical trials experience.
• Ethics and regulatory affairs experience.
• Certified in clinical research (e.g. SoCRA or ACRP).
• Experience working or volunteering in a health-care environment.
• Experience with electronic health records and data entry applications.
• Ability to speak French is considered an asset.

Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed and current resume, plus a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the above qualifications and the above competition number.

This position is subject to a Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search, an Adult Abuse Registry Check and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

CancerCare Manitoba is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment processes and work environment. If you are contacted by CancerCare Manitoba regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if accommodation measures must be taken to enable you to apply and be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

We thank all that apply and advise that only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.