University Health Network

Clinical Research Coordinator III (Phase 1)

University Health Network$84K — $105K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent, and current licensure from a relevant college
  • 3-5 years of clinical or professional experience
  • Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
  • Certification in clinical research (ACRP or SOCRA) or plans to obtain
  • Strong knowledge of Phase I Clinical Trials
  • Chemotherapy certification preferred
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills

Responsibilities

  • Recruit study participants by identifying, screening, and obtaining informed consent
  • Coordinate patient visit schedules per study protocol and execute all visit aspects
  • Provide clinical care for trial participants, ensuring data collection and source documentation
  • Monitor patient safety and adverse events throughout the study
  • Document clinical assessments, vital signs, and manage medication duties according to protocols
  • Process and ship samples in compliance with clinical protocols

Benefits

  • Permanent full-time position with Monday-Friday shifts
  • Opportunity to work in a renowned cancer research facility
  • Engagement in innovative Phase I clinical trials
  • Participation in a collaborative environment with healthcare professionals
  • Access to professional development and training opportunities
Full Job Description
Job Description

Union: Non-Union
Number of Vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: Replacement
Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
Department: Cancer Clinical Research Unit (CCRU) Nursing
Reports to: Clinical Research Nurse Manager
Salary Range: $84,779 - $105,968 Per Year
Hours: 37.5 Hours Per Week
Shifts: Monday-Friday
Status: Permanent Full-time
Closing Date: August 6, 2026 (repost)

Position Summary:
The Clinical Research Coordinator collaborates with Investigators and health care team to assume responsibility for the overall patient management and coordination of several clinical studies for the Drug Development Program at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. The research nurse will work primarily in the Phase 1 clinical trials group. Studies include pharma-sponsored, cooperative group sponsored (such as NCIC) as well as Investigator initiated trials.

Duties:
  • Recruitment of study participants (e.g. identify and screen potential subjects, obtain informed consent)
  • Coordination of patient visits schedules as per study protocol; execution of all aspects of study visit (e.g. assessment adverse events, monitoring safety, medication, questionnaires, sample collection, including processing and shipment of samples according to clinical protocol, assessments, vital signs, ECG's, monitoring and administration of treatments as per study protocol.
  • Provides clinical care for patients participating in clinical trials and the implementation and coordination of all aspects of data collection and source documentation, as per UHN policy and ICH/GCP guidelines.


Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree, or recognized equivalent, and current certificate of competence (licensure/registration) from a college legislated under the Regulated Health Professions Act
  • At minimum 3 to 5 years clinical and/or professional experience is required
  • Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
  • Recognized certification in clinical research (ACRP or SOCRA) obtained or plans to work towards
  • Registered Nurse with a minimum of 3 (three) years experience
  • Strong knowledge base in Phase I Clinical Trials
  • Chemotherapy certification (deSouza Institute) is preferred
  • Demonstrated knowledge and ability to utilize the nursing process in planning, implementing and evaluating patient care
  • Evidence of good physical assessment, psychosocial assessment and patient/family teaching skill
  • Training in ICH/GCP guidelines is an asset
  • Knowledge of IATA shipping regulations and basic laboratory procedures an asset
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills required
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills required
  • Ability to set priorities and work independently with accuracy in a dynamic environment
  • Proficiency with MS Office software - Word, Excel and PowerPoint is preferred
  • Attention to detail and meticulous documentation practice
  • Autonomous clinical critical thinking ability


Additional Information

About University Health Network

University Health Network (UHN) is a healthcare organization that provides patient care, research, and education services. The organization operates several hospitals and clinics in Toronto, Ontario, including Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, and Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. UHN offers a range of medical services, including cancer care, cardiovascular care, neurosciences, transplantation, and rehabilitation. The organization is affiliated with the University of Toronto and is one of Canada's largest research hospitals. UHN employs over 16,000 people and serves patients from across Canada and around the world.
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