- Recruitment of study participants ( identifying, screening potential participants and obtaining informed consent);
- Executing/coordinating all aspects of patient study visits as per study protocol ( source documentation including adverse events and medications, administration of questionnaires, sample processing and shipping, etc.);
- Implementing and coordinating all aspects of data management including data collection, data entry into CRFs, and source documentation, as per UHN policy and ICH/GCP guidelines;
- Reviewing and assessing study-related documents;
- Contributing to study financial oversight and budgeting;
- Participate in internal monitoring and quality assurance activities;
- Prepare study status reports for investigators and CTTU management;
- Submissions to the Research Ethics Board and other regulatory agencies as required;
- Liaising with sponsors, external stakeholders and members of the clinical care team
- At minimum Bachelor's degree, or recognized equivalent, in a health or science-related discipline
- 3 years clinical and/or professional experience
- Up to 1 year clinical research experience, preferred
- Cardiology experience in a clinical/research setting is preferred and will be an asset
- Recognized certification in clinical research (through ACRP or SoCRA CCRP) or working towards it
- Knowledge of investigator-driven research processes, budgeting, contract review and mandatory reporting
- TDG (Transportation of Dangerous Goods) certification preferred
- Knowledge of IATA (International Air Transport Association) shipping regulations and basic laboratory procedures an asset
- Knowledge of research regulations and guidelines, such as ICH/GCP guidelines, Tri-Council Policy, Declaration of Helsinki and FDA CFR and Health Canada TPD
- Knowledge of investigational product development process ( drugs/biologics, devices, natural health products, etc.)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work well independently as well as part of a team; self-motivated
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Proficiency with MS Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Competitive offer packages
- Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP )
- 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.)
Clinical Research Coordinator I - Toronto, Canada - University Health Network
Description
Company Description
The University Health Network, where "above all else the needs of patients come first", encompasses Toronto 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 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.
Job Description
Union: Non-Union
Site: Toronto General Hospital Research Institute
Department: Medicine-Cardiology
Reports to: Clinical Research Manager, CTTU, PMCC
Hours: per week
Salary: $68, to $86, annually (To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy)
Shifts: Day
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Closing Date: May 3, 2024
Position Summary
University Health Network (UHN) is looking for an energetic professional to fill the key role of Clinical Research Coordinator I (CRC I) in our Medicine-Cardiology department.
The CRC I reports to the Clinical Research Manager of the CTTU and collaborates with Investigators and the cardiac health care teams at the PMCC to assume responsibility for the designated patient management and coordination of several clinical studies. Responsibilities of the Clinical Research Coordinator I (CRC I) include but not limited to the following:
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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.
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.