JOB TITLE: Clinical Research Coordinator I
Job Posting #: 917503
Union: Non-Union
Site: Princess Margaret Research Institute
Department: Surgical Oncology - Breast
Reports to: Clinical Research Manager
Hours: 37.5 work hours per week
Wage range or Salary: $66,565 - $83, 207 per annum To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy
Status: Permanent Full Time
Shifts: N/A
Posted Date: May 30, 2023
Closing Date: Until Filled
University Health Network (UHN) is looking for an experienced professional to fill the key role of Clinical Research Coordinator I in our Department of Surgical Oncology, Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
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Job Summary:
The Department of Surgical Oncology requires a Clinical Research Coordinator I to work with various research projects and initiatives under its Reconstructive Breast Cancer surgery portfolio. Working under the guidance of the Principal Investigators and the Clinical Research Manager, the Clinical Research Coordinator I collaborates with the Investigators to jointly assume responsibility for the overall management and coordination of surgical clinical research studies and academic activities.
This role requires previous experience in the coordination and administration of clinical studies (patient contact and informed consent; implements and coordinates all aspects of data collection and source documentation, as per UHN policy and ICH/GCP guidelines; identification of problems using assessment skills; and of execution study-related administrative tasks, such as collection of regulatory documents, research ethics board submissions, assessment of study-related literature). The role also requires experience in statistical analysis, including multivariate analyses.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to recruitment of study participants (e.g. identify and screen potential subjects, obtain informed consent); coordination of visits and data collection as per study protocol. Other responsibilities may include planning, implementing, and coordinating aspects of data entry (e.g. in databases or Case Report Forms) and study-related administrative tasks, such as creation and maintenance of investigator study files, ethics submissions, meeting facilitation, etc.
In addition to clinical research project activities, responsibilities include but are not limited to protocol development, manuscript and abstract preparation, conference preparation, statistical analysis, data collection and cleaning, and grant funding submission & management. The Clinical Research Coordinator I will also work with medical trainees to provide support and guidance throughout various research projects and initiatives.
The CRC I role is a primarily on-site position, with some flexibility for work from home as disease site clinical schedule and tasks allow and as approved by the Manager in accordance with UHN guidelines.
Qualifications:
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Bachelors degree, or recognized equivalent, in a health or science-related discipline
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Minimum three (3) years of clinical and/or professional experience, minimum of 1 year clinical research experience
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Certification as a Clinical Research Professional (e.g. SOCRA, ACRP), preferred
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Experienced with statistical software and ability to conduct statistical analysis independently, required
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Proficiency in basic medical, and surgical terminology required
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Background or understanding of human anatomy, asset
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Previous research in oncology, strongly preferred
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Experience with patient contact including informed consent and quality of life questionnaire administration
- Demonstrate relevant clinical research funding/budgeting knowledge
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Experience with grant writing, management, and reporting
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Experience with manuscript preparation and scientific writing
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Experience with protocol and study document development
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Demonstrated ability to train other team members, asset
- Experience with research ethics submissions and maintenance
- Knowledge of ICH/GCP guidelines
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Excellent organizational and time management skills required
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Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
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Ability to set priorities and work independently with accuracy in a multitasking environment
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Able to operate effectively in an interdisciplinary team
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Strong Proficiency with MS Office software, Word, Excel, Outlook
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.
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Competitive offer packages
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Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
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Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
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A flexible work environment
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Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
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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.
Vaccines (COVID and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.
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.
