JOB POSTING # 918335
Position: Clinical Research Study Assistant
Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
Department: Multiple Myeloma Clinical Trials Group (MMCTG)
Reports to: MMCTG Clinical Research Manager
Salary Range: $49,000 to $54,000
Hours: 37.5hrs/week, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
Status: Permanent Full-time (onsite during probation period-120 days-then hybrid)
University Health Network (UHN) is looking for a professional to fill the key role of Clinical Research Study Assistant in our Multiple Myeloma Clinical Trials Group (MMCTG).
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. Find out about our purpose, values and principles here. (https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/AboutUHN/Purpose_Performance/Pages/purpose_values_principles.aspx)
The Multiple Myeloma Clinical Trials Group (MMCTG) at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre has been stablished for the past 21 years. The MMCTG carries a large clinical research portfolio with focus in Multiple Myeloma (MM) and other related diseases (Amyloidosis, Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia and Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia). Our portfolio is composed of industry-sponsored trials and Investigator Initiated Trials (IITs), from Phase I to Phase III, and Expanded Access Programs. The MMCTG involves a collaborative and multidisciplinary approach and it is strategically structured to work independently, while being part of the Cancer Clinical Research Unit.
Following established procedures & guidelines and comply with applicable regulations
Provides assistance to study team in preparing environment for conducting research activities as per protocol. The person assuming this role will interact directly (40%) with study participants enrolled into Non-Interventional studies AND will be responsible (60%) of central sample lab kit labelling activities for Interventional studies.
Screening and identification of eligible study participants
Participant recruitment, administration of study surveys (in person, over the phone, by mail and online), and recording/tracking responses
Maintaining and updating study databases
Review and abstract data from relevant medical records as outlined by REB protocols
Performs data transcription from health records or other sources, as per approved study protocol and authorized access.
Redacting source
Performs administrative functions such as room bookings, supply ordering, maintaining timesheets, lab licenses, administrative binders etc.
Provides assistance with the maintenance & modification of electronic & paper information filing/retrieval methods, systems and/or formats
At a minimum Community college diploma in a health related discipline, or equivalent required
Minimum three (3) to six (6) months related clinical research experience
Demonstrated relevant knowledge of clinical research and of human research regulations and guidelines of applicable legislative, UHN and/or departmental policies.
Knowledge of Research regulations and guidelines (such as ICH/GCP, Tri-Council Policy, Declaration of Helsinki, FDR, CFR and Health Canada TPD as required)
Applies knowledge of IATA shipping regulations and basic laboratory procedures, as required
Strong communication, organizational, time management and problem solving skills
Proficiency with MS Office & Excel software
Adheres to confidentiality policy for sensitive patient data and information
Ability to work onsite on a full time basis during probation period-120 days-then on a hybrid model
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.
POSTED DATE: April 21, 2023 CLOSING DATE: May 5, 2023
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.
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