Research Coordinator - Oncology

Company Description

One of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Greater Toronto’s Top Employers for many consecutive years, William Osler Health System (Osler) provides a safe and supportive health care network to grow your career. Osler is nationally recognized for its commitment to patient safety and is Accredited with Exemplary Standing, the highest rating a Canadian hospital can receive. As a major Ontario hospital system, and home to some of the biggest specialty and emergency departments in the country, Osler serves the 1.3 million residents of Brampton, Etobicoke and surrounding communities. We are proud to offer you incredible exposure to best-in-class health care delivery and challenging hands-on opportunities to stay at the top of your game.

A hospital system built for and by the community, we continue to expand our services to meet the needs of a growing population, creating opportunities for increased hands-on skills development, cross-department training and promotional opportunities. Guided by our accomplished senior leadership team, together we are driving our vision of patient-inspired health care without boundaries.

At Osler, we invest in careers that go beyond where health care professionals like you can achieve their goals and find deep personal and professional fulfillment. Join our team today!

Job Description

We’re looking for an experienced Research Coordinator (RC) to join our growing team. The RC plays an integral role in the Oncology Research Department. This is an exciting and challenging position, conducting multicentre centred randomized clinical trials. This position requires the ability to adhere to research protocol and work with the Investigator and other team members to carry out various aspects of conducting a clinical trial.

The Oncology Research Coordinator reports to the Manager of Research, Oncology, with accountability to the Oncology leadership team.

• Patient screening, recruitment and consenting according to the study protocol
• Assist Investigators in the initiation of new research
• Ensure completion of eligibility requirements prior to enrollment and randomization
• Facilitate and coordinate the planned cancer treatment schedule for each trial patient
• Carrying out all study procedures including patient assessments, coordinating laboratory, pharmacy, and diagnostic activities pertaining to study
• Specimen preparation and shipping to external labs as per IATA regulations
• Scheduling patient appointments, liaising with various hospitals and health service facilities
• Adherence to all appropriate regulations in the conduct of research
• Accurate data collection, transcription and entry; timely reporting of Adverse Events and Serious Adverse Events to study sponsor, physician and appropriate authorities; resolving sponsor queries
• Maintenance of source documentation and ensuring that copies of test reports, progress notes, toxicity assessments etc. are available in patient medical charts
• Interact with sponsoring agencies regarding requests for clarifications of data and/or assisting monitors during site visits
• Participate in educational programs, workshops and seminars to broaden knowledge, update and develop new skills
• Represent the William Osler Oncology Department at protocol development, study initiation and investigator meetings

Qualifications

• Undergraduate certificate or Bachelor’s Degree in health science or related field
• Minimum two years’experience as a Research Coordinator in a Canadian environment
• Advanced knowledge of Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans and Health Canada’s Part C, Division 5 of the Food and Drug Regulations
• Certification as a Clinical Research Associate (SOCRA/ARP) or in the process of completion
• Knowledge of Microsoft software applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint,) as well as electronic data entry (EDC) software
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, laboratory and diagnostic testing
• Previous experience in Oncology is an asset
• Flexible and cooperative spirit with a strong commitment to team efforts
• Proven ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines
• Outcome-drive self-starter with the ability to work independently
• Excellent organizational, prioritization, and time-management skills
• Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills

Additional Information

Hours: Currently days (subject to change in accordance with operational requirements)

Application deadline: September 1, 2023

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Osler values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at human.resources@williamoslerhs.ca.

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