Job Description

CancerCare Manitoba is a provincial agency which provides clinical and academic services and leadership for cancer control and the treatment of blood disorders. Our shared vision of a world free of cancer drives every member of our team. CancerCare Manitoba is the perfect place to thrive if you\'re seeking a fulfilling career in an organization that is committed to its employees\' well-being and professional development.

Competition # 317-23-762081091

Posting End Date: September 29, 2023

City: Winnipeg

Work Location: McCharles

Department: Clinical Trials Unit

Union: CUPE FS

Hiring Status: Permanent

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

FTE: 1.0

Anticipated Shift: days

Daily Hours Worked: 7.5

Annual Base Hours: 1950

Salary: $26.819, $27.408, $28.010, $28.626, $29.257, $29.958

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Resource Coordinator Clinical Research Professionals (CRPs), the CRP functions as an essential member of the clinical research team. The CRP coordinates clinical trials (outpatient and inpatient) in oncology and blood disorders according to regulatory and institutional guidelines and requirements. Responsibilities include but are not limited to actively ensuring adherence to the study protocol through interpretation and abstraction of complex health information that is used for the enrollment of eligible participants; preparing and shipping biological samples and radiographic images; extracting, compiling, submitting and retaining patient data for the length of the study; monitoring study compliance; managing comprehensive clinical trial patient files; communicating effectively with study sponsor representatives and members of the study team. The CRP must be knowledgeable in clinical trial regulations and have a thorough understanding of study requirements to maintain standards of excellence in clinical trial management. Overtime may be required. Flexibility to move between CCMB locations may be required (adult trials only).

Due to the increasing complexity of oncology research trials, CRPs are required to keep current with medical advances and new drug treatments including comprehensive knowledge of medical terminology, knowledge of commercial and new investigational drugs and oncology treatment regimens currently in use.

Qualifications:

Required:

Level of Formal Education & Experience

• Health Information Technologist/Health Information Management Diploma or

-or-

• Post-secondary education in a related health care field plus research-related experience

An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively, both independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, multi-task and work under pressure while meeting multiple deadlines.
• Evidence of excellent English communication (verbal, written and listening), organization and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrated respectful, professional and ethical behaviour.
• Demonstrated reliability and excellent work ethic.
• Will be assessed during the testing process:

• Written communication skills
• Medical terminology
• Attention to detail

Physical Requirements

• Regular exposure to human biologics such as blood, urine, tissue, which have the potential to be classified as an Infectious Substance affecting humans.
• Ability to handling of Dangerous Goods such as liquid nitrogen and dry ice.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs (e.g. boxes, binders, samples with dry ice).

Other

• Must have satisfactory employment record.
• Must be legally able to work in Canada.

Preferred:

• Experience working in oncology and/or blood disorders.
• Clinical trials experience.
• Ethics and regulatory affairs experience.
• Certified in clinical research (e.g. SoCRA or ACRP).
• Experience working or volunteering in a health-care environment.
• Experience with electronic health records and data entry applications.
• Ability to speak French.

Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed and current resume, plus a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the above qualifications and the above competition number.

This position is subject to a Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search, an Adult Abuse Registry Check and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

CancerCare Manitoba is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment processes and work environment. If you are contacted by CancerCare Manitoba regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if accommodation measures must be taken to enable you to apply and be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

We thank all that apply and advise that only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority