Clinical Research Study Assistant
Union: Non-Union Number of vacancies: 1 New or Replacement Position: New Site: Toronto General Hospital Department: Cardiology Reports to: Principal Investigator Hours: 37.5 Hours/Week Wage Range: $27.56 to $34.45 per hour Shifts: Days Status: Temporary Full-Time (1-year contract)
Closing Date: October 8, 2026
The Clinical Research Study Assistant will support clinical research studies evaluating autonomic function and non-invasive neuromodulation in patients with cardiac arrhythmias and autonomic disorders. Working under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and research team, the incumbent will assist in study coordination, participant interaction, data collection, and regulatory compliance and will perform study-specific procedures including venipuncture/phlebotomy, processing of research blood samples, and electrocardiographic (ECG) recordings in accordance with approved study protocols, UHN policies, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines
Duties- Assist with screening and recruitment of study participants
- Schedule study visits and maintain participant communication
- Support informed consent process under supervision
- Perform venipuncture/phlebotomy for collection of research blood samples in accordance with approved study protocols and UHN requirements
- Assist with processing, labelling, storage, and preparation of research blood samples/specimens according to established study procedures
- Acquire high-quality resting ECG recordings (approximately 5-10 minutes) according to standardized research protocols for subsequent heart-rate variability (HRV), P-wave alternans, and other ECG-based analyses
- Measure and document vital signs and other study-specific physiological measurements, as required
- Collect study data (questionnaires, vitals, device logs, diaries)
- Maintain accurate source documentation and case report forms
- Assist with REB submissions and regulatory documentation
- Track and document adverse events and protocol deviations
- Manage study files and maintain data confidentiality
- Coordinate with clinical staff and research team members
- Community college diploma in a health-related discipline, or equivalent
- 3-6 months of related experience; clinical research experience preferred
- Previous training and demonstrated competency in venipuncture/phlebotomy required; experience performing phlebotomy in a clinical or research setting strongly preferred
- Experience performing ECG acquisition and obtaining high-quality ECG recordings is strongly preferred; training in study-specific ECG acquisition protocols will be provided as required
- Experience with processing, handling, and storage of biological specimens is an asset
- Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and research ethics is an asset
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to interact professionally and sensitively with research participants
- Ability to follow detailed study protocols and perform standardized research procedures accurately and consistently
- Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Experience with REDCap or clinical databases is an asset
- The successful candidate will be required to complete applicable UHN training and competency requirements before independently performing study-specific procedures.
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 )
- 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.
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