About this role
Union: Non-Union
Number of Vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: New
Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
Department: Supportive Care
Reports to: Principal Investigator
Salary Range: $27.56 - $34.45 per hour
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Shift: Day
Status: Temporary Full-Time (1 year contract)
Closing Date: October 23, 2026
Position Summary
This clinical research position is within the Department of Supportive Care – Division of Palliative Care at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, a large academic cancer hospital that is part of the University Health Network (UHN). The Division of Palliative Care helps patients and their loved ones improve their quality of life when facing problems related to life-limiting illnesses and has an active, internationally known research program, particularly in early outpatient palliative care.
Under the supervision of the palliative care research team, the Clinical Research Study Assistant will be responsible for recruiting study participants from medical oncology and hematology clinics for participation in randomized controlled trials of palliative care interventions, by screening potential subjects and obtaining informed consent. The successful candidate will conduct chart review, administer study questionnaires, and update tracking databases in accordance with UHN policies, ICH-GCP guidelines, and study protocols. This position offers an exciting opportunity for an extremely organized, detail-oriented, highly self-motivated, committed, and hard-working individual with strong interpersonal and communication skills who enjoys the challenge of working within a multidisciplinary research team.
Duties
Coordinate participant recruitment, eligibility screening, informed consent, and questionnaire administration according to study protocolsMaintain accurate study documentation, including filing of paper documents and data entry into study databases in accordance with ICH-GCP guidelines and UHN policiesSupport research team with study-related activities, including data collection, report preparation, and ongoing project coordinationContribute to study meetings, maintain study logs, and ensure timely communication among research team membersReview regulatory and administrative documents, including ethics submissions, amendments, and investigator study filesComplete other administrative and study-related tasks as assigned or requested (e.g., writing standard operating procedures, regular updates of study progress and attendance at research team meetings) At minimum completion of a Community college diploma in a health related discipline, or equivalent is required;Bachelor’s degree an assetMinimum 3 to 6 months related experience, required;Experience in patient-facing environment would be an asset (e.g. participant recruitment in a healthcare setting; data collection and management; qualitative interviews and analysis)High levels of proficiency with Microsoft Office and previous experience using data management software (e.g. REDCap, NVivo) would be an assetExperience with EPIC or other electronic medical record systemsStrong interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and work under pressure while maintaining attention to detailExcellent verbal and written communication skillsHighly motivated, with the ability to work well independently and in a team-oriented environmentAbility to perform duties in a professional and courteous mannerPrevious experience working in cancer-related research, palliative care research, and/or with patients who have a serious illness, as well as a knowledge of medical terminology, would be an assetDemonstrated knowledge of relevant clinical research guidelines and processes would be an assetCandidates must feel comfortable interacting with patients with advanced cancer and their families, and explaining the benefits of palliative care, with direction from the research team. 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 packagesGovernment organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle serviceA flexible work environmentOpportunities for development and promotions within a large organizationAdditional 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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