Union: Non Union

Number of vacancies: 1

Replacement or New: Replacement

Site: Toronto General Hospital

Department: Research

Reports to: Clinical Research Manager

Wage Range: $28.18 - $35.23 per hour

Hours: 35 hours per week

Shifts: Days

Status: Temporary Full Time (approximately 18 months)

Closing Date: November 4, 2026

Position Summary

The Clinical Research Study Assistant will support clinical research studies within the Breast Surgical Oncology group. Working under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and research manager, they will assist in study coordination, participant interaction, data collection, and regulatory compliance. This role will be primarily focused on the ABODE study portfolio (https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT05989477) and will perform study-specific procedures including informed consent with participants, monitoring and communicating with participants via an eHealth platform, tracking participant surveys and sending reminders, and acting as the main point of contact for the ABODE study portfolio. All tasks will be performed in accordance with approved study protocols, UHN policies, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.

Duties

- Assist with screening and recruitment of study participants
- Schedule virtual study visits and maintain participant communication
- Conduct informed consent with participants
- Collect study data (questionnaires, chart review, data collected in the eHealth platform)
- Maintain accurate source documentation and case report forms
- Assist with REB submissions and regulatory documentation
- Track and document adverse events and protocol deviations
- Manage study files and maintain data confidentiality




- Coordinate with clinical staff and research team members

Qualifications

- Community college diploma in a health-related discipline, or equivalent
- 3-6 months of related experience; clinical research experience preferred
- Previous training and experience in a clinical or research setting strongly preferred
- Experience with processing, handling, and storage of study data
- Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and research ethics
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to interact professionally and sensitively with research participants
- Ability to follow detailed study protocols and perform standardized research procedures accurately and consistently
- Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Experience with REDCap preferred; Experience with EPIC is an asset

The successful candidate will be required to complete applicable UHN training and competency requirements before independently performing study-specific procedures.

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 versatile 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.

At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.

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.

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