Research Assistant (SRI) - Evaluative Clinical Sciences - Casual 2025-13081 (2025-13081)

Sunnybrook; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant to support vital research initiatives. This role involves coordinating study activities, preparing grant applications, and ensuring compliance with study protocols. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in science or healthcare, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Join a team dedicated to making a difference in the healthcare field, where your contributions will directly impact patient care and research outcomes. If you are passionate about clinical research and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Completed post-secondary degree in a science or healthcare-related discipline.
• Strong understanding of the regulatory process for clinical studies.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor study activities to ensure adherence to protocols.
• Prepare and maintain administrative logs and trackers for research studies.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Post-secondary degree in science or healthcare

Certification in clinical research

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

REDCap

SAS

SPSS

Job description

Casual (Approx. 5-10 hours/week)

Responsibilities

1. Reporting to the Study PIs and with functional supervision from the Fellow on the project, the Clinical Research Assistant will handle administrative roles including but not limited to:
2. Preparing grant applications, enrolling patients, ensuring completion of study tasks and follow-ups, and overall study coordination.
3. Coordinate and monitor study activities to ensure proper execution of research studies and adherence to study protocols.
4. Prepare and maintain administrative logs and trackers, such as study protocols, research ethics board (REB) submissions, data case review forms, etc.
5. Handle study and site-level regulatory ethics submissions, including obtaining approvals and renewal submissions.
6. Plan, implement, and coordinate data collection and source documentation as per study protocol; responsible for data entry using study databases.
7. Facilitate collection, filing, and tracking of study visits, survey documents, and related study materials, including monitoring reports.
8. Participate in subject/patient randomization, enrollment, and informed consent processes.
9. Coordinate subject visit schedules, execute all aspects of study visits (assessments, adverse event documentation, medication recording, questionnaire administration, sample collection, etc.).

Qualifications

1. Completed post-secondary degree in a science or healthcare-related discipline, or equivalent work experience.
2. Certification in clinical research.
3. Strong understanding of the regulatory process and maintaining clinical study source documents.
4. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and REDCap.
5. Experience with biostatistics and coding (e.g., SAS, SPSS) is an asset.
6. Excellent problem-solving, communication, multitasking, and interpersonal skills.
7. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, organized environment.
8. Self-motivated, responsible, and respectful towards patients and staff.
9. High integrity and confidentiality regarding patient information.
10. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Application Process

To apply, please send your letter of interest and an updated resume.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Additional Information

Sunnybrook Research Institute is committed to accessible employment practices in line with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If accommodations are needed during the recruitment process, please indicate this in your cover letter.

We value diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including visible minorities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, and others contributing to the diversification of ideas.