Join Us at Centricity Research!
Centricity Research is one of the largest clinical research networks in North America. We are a fully centralized Integrated Research Organization (IRO) specializing in conducting Phase I-IV clinical trials in over 35 therapeutic areas: inpatient and outpatient; pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device trials.
About the role
We're looking for a full-time, permanent Research Assistant (RA) to join our Centricity Research Toronto LMC Multispecialty site and support the successful execution of clinical research studies from start to finish. In this hands-on role, you'll work closely with Investigators, Clinical Research Coordinators (CRCs), and the wider site team to recruit and support participants, conduct study visits, perform phlebotomy and other delegated clinical procedures, process samples, and maintain accurate study documentation. Your work will help ensure studies run safely, efficiently, and in compliance with protocols and regulatory requirements.
Compensation
Base salary range: $45,000-$50,000. This role is eligible for incentive compensation.
What you'll do
- Study Protocol & Safety: Conduct study activities in compliance with GCP, SOPs, and protocols; monitor participant safety; and perform scheduled visits and assessments (e.g., vitals, ECGs).
- Recruitment & Enrollment: Support recruitment efforts, screen participants, obtain informed consent, and maintain accurate documentation.
- Study Visit Execution: Perform delegated clinical tasks such as phlebotomy, sample collection/shipping, point-of-care testing, and investigational product accountability.
- Data Integrity & Compliance: Complete source documents and CRFs, maintain CTMS records, report adverse events promptly, and ensure investigational product inventory and storage compliance.
- Site & Administrative Support: Prepare for monitoring visits and audits, maintain ISF, organize exam rooms and labs, assist with scheduling and participant check-in/out, and support outreach events.
You Might Be a Great Fit If You:
- Have at least 3 years of hands-on phlebotomy experience and are qualified to perform phlebotomy in Canada.
- Have previous clinical research experience, including exposure to study protocols, GCP, participant visits, and clinical research documentation.
- Have a degree or diploma in biological sciences, medicine, healthcare, clinical research, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
- Are comfortable using clinical equipment such as blood pressure monitors, ECG machines, and point-of-care testing devices.
- Have strong attention to detail and can maintain accurate, complete, and compliant documentation.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with participants, colleagues, and external partners.
- Are self-motivated, adaptable, and able to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing to a collaborative team.
- Bring a proactive, organized, and solutions-focused approach to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Skills Required
- Minimum 3 years hands-on phlebotomy experience and qualified to perform phlebotomy in Canada
- Previous clinical research experience, including familiarity with study protocols, GCP, participant visits, and clinical research documentation
- Degree or diploma in biological sciences, medicine, healthcare, clinical research, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Ability to perform delegated clinical tasks: phlebotomy, sample collection and shipping, point-of-care testing, vitals and ECGs
- Experience completing source documents and Case Report Forms (CRFs), maintaining CTMS records, and reporting adverse events
- Familiarity with investigational product accountability, inventory management, and storage compliance
- Comfort using clinical equipment such as blood pressure monitors, ECG machines, and point-of-care testing devices
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate, complete, and compliant documentation
- Clear and professional communication skills with participants, colleagues, and external partners
- Self-motivated, adaptable, able to work independently with minimal supervision and contribute to a collaborative team
What We Do
Centricity Research is an integrated research organization (IRO) with more than 40 wholly owned and integrated clinical research offices across North America. The company conducts Phase I-IV clinical research in over 35 therapeutic areas: inpatient and outpatient; pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device trials. For more than 25 years, the organization’s founders have worked to revolutionize research by investing in the people and technology needed to deliver outstanding clinical trial experiences, earning numerous awards including “Best Places to Work” and recognition for “Outstanding Diversity in Clinical Research.” Jobseekers: Apply here >> https://centricityresearch.applytojob.com/apply
