Clinical Research Study Assistant

University Health Network

  • Toronto, ON
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 14 days ago
Company DescriptionUHN 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.Job DescriptionUnion: Non-Union
Number of Vacancies: 1
Site: PRINCESS MARGARET CANCER CENTRE
Department: SUPPORTIVE CARE
Reports to: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Hours: 37.5 HRS/WEEK
Shifts: Weekdays, Monday - Friday
Status: Temporary Full-Time (1 year, with the possibility of a contract renewal)
Closing Date: September 19, 2025Position Summary:
This clinical research position is within the Department of Supportive Care - Division of Palliative Care at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, a large academic cancer hospital that is part of the University Health Network (UHN). The Division of Palliative Care helps patients and their loved ones improve their quality of life when facing problems related to life-limiting illnesses and has an active, internationally known research program, particularly in early outpatient palliative care.Under the supervision of the palliative care research team, the Clinical Research Study Assistant is responsible for helping with the coordination of clinical trials and other research studies, from protocol review and ethics approval, through to study closure.This position offers an exciting opportunity for an extremely organized, detail-oriented, highly self-motivated, committed, and hard-working individual with strong interpersonal and communication skills who enjoys the challenge of working within a multidisciplinary research team.The ideal candidate has an attention for detail, works well in a team, and has strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills. Candidates must feel comfortable interacting with patients with advanced cancer and their families, and explaining the benefits of palliative care, with direction from the research team.Duties:
  • Recruitment and tracking of study participants (e.g. identification/screening, obtaining informed consent, administering questionnaires, completing source notes, updating tracking databases)
  • Medical chart reviews
  • Data collection and entry
  • Database design and maintenance
  • Literature searches, writing initial drafts of manuscripts and preparing presentations
  • Study-related administrative tasks (e.g. writing standard operating procedures, regular updates of study progress and attendance at research team meetings)
  • Participation in group planning of new research initiatives including grant and ethics applications
  • Completion of other administrative and study-related tasks as assigned or requested
  • Data must be complete, accurate, timely and in compliance with applicable ICH-GCP and Tri-Council Policy regulations.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree (minimum) or recognized equivalent in health or science related discipline
  • Minimum of one (1) to two (2) years of related research experience in patient-facing environment would be an asset (e.g. participant recruitment in a healthcare setting; data collection and management; statistical analysis; qualitative interviews and analysis)
  • High levels of proficiency with Microsoft Office and previous experience using data management software (e.g. REDCap, NVivo) would be an asset
  • Experience with EPIC or other electronic medical record systems
  • Strong interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and work under pressurewhile maintaining an attention to detail
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Highly motivated, with an ability to work well independently and in a team-oriented environment
  • Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner
  • Previous experience working in cancer-related research, palliative care research, and/or with patients who have a serious illness, as well as a knowledge of medical terminology, would be an asset
  • Demonstrated knowledge of relevant clinical research guidelines and processes would be an asset
Additional InformationWhy join UHN?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.

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