Clinical Research Lead

University Health Network • Toronto, ON

2d • CA$78,663 - CA$98,336 • Onsite

About The Position

As an integral member of the Department of Anesthesia & Pain Management (DAPM) – the Anesthesia Clinical Trial Unit (ACTU) Clinical Research Lead provides clinical study coordination services to investigators within the Department of Anesthesia & Pain Management. The department supports investigators across UHN, Women’s College Hospital (WCH), and Mount Sinai Hospital (MSH).

Requirements

• At minimum, completion of a bachelor’s degree program, or recognized equivalent in a Health or Science-related discipline.
• Clinical 3-5 years clinical and/or professional experience, and 1-2 years supervisory experience
• 1-2 years of experience in research contract budget management
• Possess leadership skills and have recognized experience in these areas
• Experience managing large randomized control trials
• Demonstrate relevant clinical research knowledge
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, excellent organization, prioritization skills, good computer skills, ability to learn quickly and work independently
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure and attention to detail
• Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines in accordance to UHN standards
• Ability to perform multiple concurrent tasks
• Knowledge of applicable legislative, UHN and/or departmental policies
• Client service oriented, with the ability to effectively work with diversity and appreciate that people with different opinions, backgrounds and characteristics bring richness to the challenge or situation at hand
• Work in compliance with UHN Vaccination Policy

Nice To Haves

• Certification as a Clinical Research Professional (ACRP or SOCRA)

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain high-quality clinical trial procedures and processes
• Hire, train, and supervise clinical trial staff
• Liaise with investigators, administrative staff, sponsors, and clinical trials staff and develop excellent communication strategies
• Update the Research Director on clinical trials activities, including administrative, protocol-related, data management, quality and regulatory issues and staffing
• Oversee the submission and approval of protocols and amendments to the institutional research ethics board and all other impacted departments
• Oversee the monitoring and quality assurance program for ACTU
• Provide training for and enforce standard operating procedures
• Maintain training and proficiency of study coordinators and clinical trials staff who are responsible for the data coordination
• Ensure fiscal responsibility from resource management to cost recovery services
• Develop workload templates and budgets for personnel, services, and resources where required.

Benefits

• 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.)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level