Senior Investigator

American Society of Hematology; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading oncology group in Kingston, Ontario is seeking a Senior Investigator to lead cancer trials. The position requires an MD or equivalent with specialty qualifications in an oncology-related discipline. Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience and the ability to provide medical oversight on clinical trials. Applications are encouraged from all qualified individuals, with a focus on enhancing workplace diversity.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a relevant field.
• Must be eligible for licensure by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.
• Preference for candidates holding certification by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of research proposals and trials in Hematology.
• Provide medical oversight of clinical trials.
• Contribute to strategic goals of CCTG.

Skills

Expertise in cancer clinical trial methods

Interest in investigational new drugs

Patient reported outcomes

Education

MD or equivalent

Specialty qualification in oncology

Graduate or fellowship training in relevant field

Job description

Senior Investigator (SI) – Hematology

The Canadian Cancer Trials Group (CCTG) at Queen's University is seeking an outstanding and visionary cancer trialist for this position. Expertise in cancer clinical trial methods and conduct is required. Interest/expertise in investigational new drugs, symptom science/supportive care, patient reported outcomes, application of real‑world evidence and clinical trials is desirable but not required.

As a Senior Investigator you will serve as co‑principal investigator of individual trials and as a leader within the CCTG program and scientific committees. Senior Investigators also mentor students and trainees, contribute to scientific and policy decision‑making, identify new research opportunities, and provide administrative leadership to the overall scientific strategy of the group. MD Senior Investigators may engage in limited clinical practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, with CCTG Scientific Committee Chairs and Committees, the development of research proposals and trials that align with the Committee and CCTG priorities with a focus on Hematology.
• Provide medical and scientific oversight of clinical trials including eligibility, safety, analyses, and publication.
• Contribute to the development of the strategic goals of CCTG, including cancer trials, education, trial methodology and participant engagement.

Qualifications

• MD (or equivalent) or PhD.
• MD (or equivalent) candidates should have specialty qualifications in an oncology‑related discipline such as medical oncology, radiation oncology, surgical oncology, or hematology.
• MD (or equivalent) candidates must be eligible for licensure by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario. Preference will be given to those who either hold or are eligible for certification by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
• Graduate or fellowship training in a relevant field such as clinical epidemiology, clinical pharmacology, or clinical trials is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a relevant field.
• Meet the criteria for appointment to an appropriate Department at Queen's University.

About the Employer

The CCTG is a cooperative oncology group that designs and administers clinical trials in cancer therapy, supportive care, and prevention across Canada and internationally. We support a collaborative network of researchers, physicians, scientists, and statisticians internationally recognized for finding the treatments that give people with cancer longer, better quality lives.

How to Apply

The CCTG at Queen's University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Queen's is strongly committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from Black, racialized/visible minority and Indigenous people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQA+ persons. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority, including any qualified individuals who have a legal work status in Canada. Please indicate in your application if you have a valid legal work status in Canada. Applications from all qualified candidates will be considered in the applicant pool.

Those interested in this position should submit a complete application package, including the following documents:

• A cover letter, summarizing expertise, qualifications, and accomplishments relevant to the position. The cover letter should also indicate whether or not you will require a work permit and/or require support with an extension of your work permit in the future;
• Curriculum Vitae;
• Names and contact information of three referees.

Complete applications are to be directed to

Dr. Janet E Dancey, Chair, Canadian Cancer Trials Group

Queen's will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please contact CCTG Human Resources ([e-mail]).