Clinical Research Coordinator I

The University Health Network, where “above all else the needs of patients come first”, encompassesToronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educationalenterprise 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.

Job Description

Union:Non-Union
Site:Princess MargaretCancer Centre
Department:Department of Medical Oncology & Hematology
Reports to:Principal Investigator
Work Model: On-Site
Grade: D0:06
Hours:35 hours per week
Salary range:$68,890 - $86,112 per annum:Tocommensuratewith experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy
Shifts: Monday - Friday
Status:Temporary Full Time (1 year)
Closing Date:June 30, 2024

Job Summary:

A Clinical Research Coordinator I position is available at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre / University Health Network in Toronto, Canada. This role will encompass a variety of cancer genetics and genomics research studies in hereditary cancer early detection. Reporting to Dr. Raymond Kim, Medical Geneticist and Medical Director – Cancer Early Detection, the Clinical Research Coordinator I collaborates with the Manager, Principal Investigator and research health care team to assume responsibility for the overall coordination and management of a variety of hereditary cancer syndrome projects.

Duties

• Identification of patients fulfilling hereditary genetic testing criteria and assist in organizing clinical genetic testing for their patients
• Enrollment of patients into tumour profiling studies
• Coordinating liquid biopsy studies for patients with hereditary cancer syndromes
• Recruitment of study participants (e.g. identify and screen potential subjects, coordinate for blood tests and tissue bank, coordinate patient visits, obtain informed consent, execution of study visit) for multiple studies
• Planning, implementing and coordinating all aspects of data collection, source documentation and data entry per UHN policy and ICH/GCP guidelines
• Assisting with implementation of universal germline genetic testing for the breast site
• Collaborating with team members on tasks related to participant recruitment, data generation and updating
• Coordinating with the Project Manager to execute administrative tasks, such as collection of regulatory documents, ethics submissions and general paperwork

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, in a health or science-related field
• Minimum of 3 years clinical and/or professional experience with 1-year of clinical research experience, preferred
• Certification as a Clinical Research Professional an asset
• Knowledge and interest in hereditary cancer genetics, genetic testing and genomic technologies, required
• Experience with database maintenance and electronic patient record systems
• Knowledge of clinical research principles, research regulations and IATA shipping regulations an asset
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with high attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to learn quickly, problem solve, set priorities and work independently
• Confident in working with a variety of stakeholders and people from different disciplines
• Strong proficiency with MS Office software, Word, Excel and Outlook

Additional Information

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.

All UHN Employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, as a condition of hire. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. Should you be the successful candidate, you will be required to comply with UHN’s mandatory Vaccination Policy that is in effect.

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.