Clinical Research Project Assistant - Toronto, Canada - SickKids

SickKids

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Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

About SickKids:

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world.

As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education.

Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day.

SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of _Healthier Children. A Better World_.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare.

Position Description:

CTSU Clinical Research Project Assistant (CRPA)

We are currently seeking a Clinical Research Project Assistant (CRAI) to join the Clinical Trials Support Unit (CTSU) team, part of the Haematology/Oncology program at SickKids.

As a Clinical Research Project Assistant, you will work collaboratively with the hematology, oncology, and BMT multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, project manager and project coordinators.

With guidance and supervision from senior CRAs, you will be leading or assisting with all aspects and activities involved in management of investigator-initiated, consortium and industry-funded clinical trials.

This is an exciting opportunity for you to use your clinical research knowledge and gain additional experience in a collaborative, dynamic and fast-paced oncology clinical research setting.

Here's What You'll Get to Do

Collaborate with clinical teams from different areas of the hospital to support or lead patientfacing activities, including but not limited to, consenting, screening, enrollment, administration of study tests etc.
Review patients' health records, abstract data, complete CRFs, update research files and update/maintain internal and external research databases.
Assist with regulatory tasks, such as research file maintenance, document organization, and audit preparation
Archive study documents and materials
Assist with drafting or revising study documents such as ICFs, checklists, protocols and CRFs
Oversee shipment of research specimens such as blood, marrow, and other tissues
Oversee study kit and supply inventory
Complete research patient billing review
Monitor study compliance and collaborate with medical staff to assure completeness and accuracy of documentation, facilitate use of the protocol, as well as maintain quality assurance through accurate, complete, and timely data reporting
In collaboration with other members of the team, develop queries of databases to produce administrative and/or research related reports.
Develop or use tracking tools for study related activities and assist senior CRAs with their use.
Schedule, support and participate in meetings with various stakeholders/collaborators such as study team, study monitors/auditors, finance department, Research Institute etc.
Be an active member of the interdisciplinary team; collaborate and problem solve thoughtfully, effectively, and efficiently
Contribute to other areas and functions of the team or division as requested
Assist with or oversee training of new team members, interns, volunteers, or students

Here's What You'll Need

Essential Requirements

Baccalaureate degree in a related discipline

years experience in clinical research in a hospital, CRO or pharmaceutical industry setting is required

Working knowledge of medical terminology
Advanced computer skills and proficiency in MS Suite
Excellent organizational and analytical skills
Demonstrated exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
Demonstrated ability to utilize critical thinking and problemsolving skills
Selfmotivated and able to work independently as well as within a team
Positive attitude
Supportive, patient, and kind individual towards pediatric patients, families, and hospital staff

Assets

Certification as a Clinical Research Professional or eligibility to obtain certification
Prior research and/or work experience in a hospital environment
Prior experience in oncology

Employment Type

Fulltime, Permanent
Includes access to extended health & dental benefits, paid vacation, paid sick days & defined benefit pension plan

Our Commitment to Diversity:

The children and families we care for are from a variety of communities, and so are our employees. We welcome and encourage everyone to join our organization and be part of our team.

Thank you for your interest in joining SickKids. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accord