Clinical Research Analyst

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.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

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Union: NON-UNION

Number of Vacancies: 1

Site: Hydro Place - 700 University Avenue

Department: Research

Reports to: Clinical Research Manager

Hours: 37.5 Hours Per Week

Shifts: Mon-Fri Day Shifts

Status: Temporary Full-Time

Closing Date: July 1, 2025

Job Summary:

The division of Surgical Oncology, Urology at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre (PM) is seeking a highly motivated Clinical Research Analyst to join our dynamic clinical trials team focused on urologic cancers, including prostate, bladder, kidney, and testicular cancers. The successful candidate will play a critical role in the execution and oversight of clinical trials and research projects, supporting the overall coordination and management of Industry and Investigator-driven studies. Working under the direction of the Clinical Research Manager, the Clinical Research Analyst requires past experience in the coordination and administration of clinical research studies. Please note that this position is a patient facing role and individuals with lab experience only will not be considered for this position. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the planning and execution of clinical trials and translational research studies in urologic oncology.

• Assist with study start-up activities, including ethics submissions, site feasibility assessments, and regulatory document preparation.

• Recruitment of study participants, coordinating patient visits as per study protocol, assisting/coordinating all aspects of study visits.

• Performs sample collection, including venipuncture and processing and shipment of samples according to approved clinical research protocol.

• Maintain trial master files, subject trackers, and study logs according to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.

• Collaborate with principal investigators, research managers, research coordinators on protocol development, study amendments, and data collection.

• Participate in site monitoring visits, audits, and inspections, ensuring readiness and adherence to protocols and regulatory requirements.

• Track and report on screening, enrollment, and retention metrics, including screen failure rates and protocol deviations.

• Strong knowledge and understanding of ICH/GCP and other applicable regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety during the conduct of the study.

• Bachelor’s Degree or recognized equivalent, in a health or science-related discipline.
• 1 to 2 years experience in patient-facing clinical research, preferably in oncology or urology-focused research projects.
• Demonstrated strong understanding of clinical trial processes, ICH/GCP, Tri-Council Policy, FDA and Health Canada.
• Proficiency in clinical databases (e.g., REDCap, Medidata) and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with experience working in a multidisciplinary team. 
• Self-motivated; ability to work well independently as well as part of a team.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications

• Completion of a Phlebotomy course or certification
• Certification in clinical research (ACRP or SOCRA) preferred, or in progress.
• Experience with urologic oncology research, including knowledge of standard of care treatments.
• Understanding of phase I-III clinical trial design.

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.

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.