Clinical Research Study Assistant

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Union: Non-Union
Site: Toronto General Hospital Research Institute
Department: Respiratory Medicine
Reports to: Principal Investigator
Work Model: On-Site
Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour (To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy)
Shifts: Day
Status: Temporary Full Time (1 year)
Closing Date: February 14, 2025

Position Summary:

The department of Respirology is seeking a Clinical Research Study Assistant (CRSA) to assist with conducting clinical research. The CRSA will apply fundamental knowledge of research principles, theories, and concepts, and be familiar with research regulations and guidelines such as ICH/GCP, Tri-Council Policy, Declaration of Helsinki, FDA CFR, and Health Canada TPD. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of medical terminology and regulatory issues. We are looking for an energetic, patient-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced clinical research environment. This role requires both research and patient-facing clinical experience.

Job Duties:

Under the guidance of the Principal Investigator, Clinical Research Manager, and other senior research team members, the responsibilities of the Clinical Research Study Assistant include, but are not limited to:

• Assist in study participant recruitment by identifying and screening potential subjects, obtaining informed consent, conducting pre-testing, and administering questionnaires or other data collection tools.
• Ensure proper documentation and maintenance of study records and databases.
• Assist in data collection and source documentation following UHN policy and ICH/GCP guidelines.
• Prepare Investigator site file binders as per sponsor policies
• Identify problems using assessment skills and report any abnormalities to the Clinical Research Manager
• Conduct telephone and/or clinical recruitment interviews
• Perform various study-related tasks during study visits, such as basic administration, data collection according to the study protocol, archiving close-out studies, lab kit disposal
• May assist in the preparation of submissions to the Research Ethics Board
• Execute study-related administrative tasks, assist in the preparation of research reports / presentations and research ethics submissions.

• At minimum, Community college diploma in a health-related discipline, or equivalent
• 3 to 6 months related experience, clinical research experience preferred
• Demonstrated relevant knowledge of clinical research and of human research regulations and guidelines (such as ICH/GCP, Tri-Council Policy, Declaration of Helsinki, FDR, CFR and Health Canada TPD as required)
• Experience with medical terminology preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, excellent organization, prioritization skills, computer skills, ability to learn quickly and work independently
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong decision-making and problem solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure and attend to details
• Ability to perform multiple concurrent tasks
• Experience using data management software applications
• Proficiency with MS Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required
• Experience working in a health care environment preferred

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 offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• 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.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

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Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.