Job Description

JOB POSTING #909537

Position: Clinical Research Coordinator I
Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
Department: Gynecologic Oncology
Reports to: Clinical Research Manager
Salary Range: $65,910 - $82,388 per annum (Commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN Compensation Policy)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Status: Permanent Full-time

University Health Network (UHN) is looking for an experienced professional to fill the key role of Clinical Research Coordinator I.

Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning.

The University Health Network, where "above all else the needs of patients come first", encompasses Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, Toronto General Hospital,Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre and the Michener Institute of Education at UHN. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

University Health Network (UHN) is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto and a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network. The scope of research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. Research across UHN's five research institutes spans the full spectrum of diseases and disciplines, including cancer, cardiovascular sciences, transplantation, neural and sensory sciences, musculoskeletal health, rehabilitation sciences, and community and population health.

The Clinical Research Coordinator I will support various clinical research studies within the Division of Gynecologic Oncology at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: recruitment of study participants (e.g. identifying, screening potential participants & obtaining informed consent); data collection; coordination of participant visit schedules, as per study protocol; biospecimen coordination; liaising with sponsors and stakeholders; management of study databases; execution of study-related administrative tasks (e.g., completion of relevant study logs, trackers, etc.; maintenance of regulatory files; preparation of ethics submissions). Other research related tasks may be asked of the CRCI, as applicable.

Qualifications:

• At minimum, completion of a Bachelor's degree program, or recognized equivalent in Health or Science related discipline.
• Education in Clinical Research and/or certification as a Clinical Research Professional (e.g., SOCRA, ACRP) preferred.
• At least three (3) years of clinical research experience, previous oncology experience is an asset.
• Previous experience recruiting human participants for clinical research studies.
• Familiarity with medical and scientific terminology.
• Excellent communication (verbal/written) and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated organizational and prioritization skills and ability to manage multiple activities concurrently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with colleagues.
• Proficiency with MS Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

If you are interested in making your contribution at UHN, please apply on-line. You will be asked to copy and paste as well as attach your resume and covering letter. You will also be required to complete some initial screening questions.

POSTED DATE: November 08, 2022 CLOSING DATE: November 15, 2022

For current UHN employees, only those who have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, and possess all the required experience and qualifications should apply.
University Health Network thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity and welcomes all applicants including but not limited to: all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ2s+, BIPOC, persons with disabilities and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the Bona-fide requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.