Clinical Research Coordinator I

UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto. 

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Union: Non-Union
Number of Vacancies: 1
Replacement or New: Replacement
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Cardiovascular Surgery Department
Reports to: Principal Investigator
Hours: 37.5  hours per week
Salary: $37.47 to $46.84 per hour
Shifts: Monday to Friday
Status: Temporary Full Time (Approximately 12 months to start)
Closing Date:  October 7, 2026

Position Summary 
We are seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator I to assist with conducting clinical research on patients with aortic disease. The CRC will apply fundamental knowledge of research principles, theories, and concepts, and be familiar with research regulations and guidelines such as ICH/GCP, Tri-Council Policy, Declaration of Helsinki, FDA CFR, and Health Canada TPD. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of clinical trials, medical terminology, and regulatory affairs. We are looking for an energetic, patient-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced clinical research environment. This role requires both research and patient-facing clinical experience.

Duties

• Recruit participants by identifying potential candidates, obtaining informed consent, and collecting demographic and clinical data.
• Coordinate study visits and activities among study personnel.
• Establish and maintain communications with internal and external collaborators including co-investigators, partners, and stakeholders on a regular basis
• Facilitate the submission of ethics applications, study amendments and renewal documents
• Liaise with legal office to initiate and develop research contracts/agreements with external agencies and institutions
• Ensure the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of research and data collection activities
• Validate data, generate data queries, communicate regularly with team members and data collection centres, support with preparation of data sets for analysis
• Assist in the training of research staff including preparation and development of training documents
• Perform and oversee updates of study databases, manual of operations and data collection forms
• Develop and document related operating policies and procedures

• Bachelor’s degree, or recognized equivalent, in a health or science-related discipline
• 3 years clinical and/or professional experience
• Up to 1 year clinical research experience, preferred
• Applies knowledge of clinical research principles and practice
• Applies knowledge of research regulations and guidelines, such as ICH/GCP guidelines, Tri-Council Policy, Declaration of Helsinki and FDA CFR and Health Canada TPD, as required
• Applies knowledge of investigator-driven research processes, budgeting, contract review and mandatory reporting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills,  excellent  interpersonal skills, excellent organization,  and computer skills,
• Possess creative and  problem-solving skills with the ability to learn quickly and work independently
• Excellent prioritization skills  with the ability to perform multiple concurrent tasks while meeting tight deadlines
• Ability to work under pressure  with great attention to detail
• Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality in accordance with UHN standards
• 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
• Certification as a Clinical Research Professional is an asset

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 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.)

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.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates.  Please ensure you check your email regularly. 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.