Clinical Research Associate I (SRI) - Odette Cancer Centre Clinical Trials - Regular Full-time [...]

Sunnybrook; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading clinical research program at Sunnybrook is seeking a dedicated individual to support the Gynecology Oncology Disease Site Group. This role involves managing patient protocols, handling lab specimens, and ensuring compliance with clinical research standards. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and have clinical research experience, ideally with a focus on oncology. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of clinical/professional experience, including 1 year in clinical research.
• Oncology experience preferred.
• SoCRA/CCRP certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Requesting and processing laboratory specimens.
• Consenting patients and managing protocol requirements.
• Data entry and maintaining trial documentation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a health or science-related discipline

Tools

MS Office

Electronic data capture systems

Job description

Summary Of Duties And Responsibilities

The Odette Cancer Center (OCC) Clinical Research program, part of Sunnybrook Research Institute (SRI), is committed to innovative and high-quality clinical research.

Within OCC Clinical Research, the team includes Research and Medical Directors, a Clinical Trials Manager, Operations Manager, and Budget & Operations Coordinator, collaborating with over 35 physicians and 45 clinical research staff across various disease site groups such as Breast, CNS/NETs, GI, GU, Gynecology, Head & Neck, Hematology, Lung, Melanoma, and Personalized Medicine.

This position supports the Gynecology Oncology Disease Site Group by maintaining ongoing research studies focused on data management, documentation, sample processing, and patient-specific tasks. It is an on-site role based at Sunnybrook Bayview campus, Monday to Friday.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Requesting, handling, and processing laboratory specimens (blood, urine, tissue).
2. Consenting patients, reviewing trial eligibility, and medical records.
3. Managing ongoing patient protocol requirements.
4. Reporting Adverse Events/Serious Adverse Events.
5. Scheduling patient appointments and completing quality of life questionnaires.
6. Conducting patient measurements including vital signs, height, and weight.
7. Communicating with hospitals and health facilities to obtain medical information.
8. Data entry and resolving sponsor queries.
9. Scheduling and participating in monitoring visits.
10. Maintaining documentation for the trial master file.
11. Communicating with hospital departments, CROs, and sponsors.
12. Tracking trial metrics and supporting research activities.
13. Reporting to the team Physician Site Lead, Supervisor, and PIs, while working closely with interdisciplinary team members.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in a health or science-related discipline, with 2-3 years of clinical/professional experience, including 1 year in clinical research; oncology experience preferred.
• Oncology patient experience is advantageous.
• SoCRA/CCRP certification is a plus.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of ICH guidelines and Good Clinical Practice.
• Experience in processing and shipping blood samples.
• Familiarity with Trial Master File management.
• Ability to follow protocols and manage multiple projects.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Teamwork and independent work capabilities.
• Initiative and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Experience with electronic data capture systems.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and patient communication.
• Experience obtaining informed consent and managing AE/SAE documentation.
• Reliable attendance.