Clinical Research Study Assistant

Responsibilities

• Support clinical trials related to virtual cancer care, biomarker analysis, and surgical techniques
• Recruit study participants through identification, screening, and obtaining informed consent
• Coordinate patient visit schedules and execute all aspects of study visits per protocol
• Implement and coordinate data collection and source documentation in compliance with ICH/GCP guidelines
• Maintain regulatory files and execute administrative tasks such as completing CRFs, logs, and trackers
• Assist in the coordination of virtual cancer clinic operations and manage communications with clinical teams
• Support grant application preparation and manuscript writing through scientific writing and literature reviews
• Conduct data analysis, including organizing interviews, transcriptions, and thematic analysis

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences, oncology, or a related health/science discipline
• 1-2 years of relevant research experience in an academic or healthcare setting
• Strong knowledge of both quantitative and qualitative research methods
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Excellent scientific writing skills with the ability to translate complex information for various audiences
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work within tight deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant scientific field
• Familiarity with medical terminology

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Membership in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Flexible work environment
• Opportunities for professional development and promotion
• Access to corporate discounts including travel, restaurants, and parking

About the Company

University Health Network (UHN) is Canada’s #1 hospital and a global leader in publicly funded healthcare. As a top research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto, UHN conducts groundbreaking biomedical research across various disciplines, including oncology, neurosciences, and genomic medicine. Our mission is to build A Healthier World through discovery, education, and exceptional patient care.