University Health Network Looking for Clinical Research Study Assistant at Ontario Full Time

Clinical Research Study Assistant – Toronto, Ontario

Job Posting #917473

CLINICAL RESEARCH STUDY ASSISTANT

Site: Toronto General Hospital Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Management

Reports to: Principal Investigator & Clinical Research Manager

Hours per week: 35 hours

Salary: $45,682-$57,112 per year (commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy)

Status: Temporary Full-time (18 months – Maternity Leave)

Shifts: Day

Posted Date: April 5, 2023

Closing date: April 18, 2023

The University Health Network, where “above all else, the needs of patients come first”, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, 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 have made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research, and education. With a long tradition of groundbreaking 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 in the world.

Position Summary

The Clinical Research Study Assistant will work under the direction of the Principal Investigator, Clinical Research Manager and Clinical Research Coordinator and assist in clinical research related to Elhers Danlos Syndrome and Acute and Chronic pain.

The CRSA will be able to apply fundamental knowledge of research principles, theories and concepts; applies knowledge of research regulations and guidelines, such as ICH/GCP guidelines, Tri-Council Policy, Declaration of Helsinki and FDA CFR and Health Canada TPD, as required, knowledge of medical terminology and/or dealing with regulatory issues.

Duties

• Assisting with participant recruitment and completion of study procedures.

• Coordinating study visits (e.g., scheduling of group psychosocial intervention sessions).

• Coordinating activities amongst study personnel.

• Assisting with the modification and maintenance of electronic and paper data management systems.

• Assisting with submissions to Research Ethics Board.

• 0ther related clinical research tasks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (minimum); health-related preferred

• Minimum (1) year’s clinical research experience required: (e.g., study coordination; involvement with randomized control trial studies; database set-up; data collection/management; questionnaire administration; data entry; etc.)

• Knowledge of research regulations and guidelines, such as ICH/GCP guidelines, Tri-Council Policy, Declaration of Helsinki and FDA CFR, and Health Canada TPD, as required

• Knowledge of IATA shipping regulations and basic laboratory procedures, as required

• Excellent problem-solving skills required

• Previous experience using data management (e.g., Microsoft Office Access, Excel, REDCap)

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, excellent organization, prioritization skills, and good computer skills

• Ability to learn quickly and work independently

• Ability to work under pressure and attention to detail

• Ability to perform multiple concurrent tasks

• Experience working with a multi-disciplinary team in a healthcare setting an asset

Why 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 compensation & benefits (medical, dental, etc.)

• HOOPP defined benefit pension plan

• Wellness services & offerings

• Close access to the TCC and UHN shuttle service

• 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.

UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known in advance. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

University Health Network thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.