Clinical Research Coordinator III; GI

Position: Clinical Research Coordinator III (GI)
Position Summary
The role of nursing in clinical trials continues to evolve as a growing profession within nursing. It expands the nurse’s knowledge base, professional practice, autonomy and utilizes key elements of nursing practice such as patient assessment, critical thinking and holistic patient care. What is unique to this role is that all of these functions are within the realm of clinical trials.

If you are looking for a challenging nursing role that is both rewarding and interesting, we may have that role for you.

The Clinical Research Coordinator III collaborates with Investigators and the health care team to assume responsibility for the overall patient management and coordination of several clinical studies for the Department of Medical Oncology at Princess Margaret Hospital. The research nurse will work primarily with the Gastrointestinal disease site team.

Duties

Recruitment of study participants (e.g., identify and screen potential subjects, obtain informed consent)

Coordination of patient visit schedules as per study protocol

Execution of all aspects of study visit (e.g., assessment of adverse events, monitoring safety, medication, questionnaires, sample collection, including processing and shipment of samples according to clinical protocol)

Provides clinical care for patients participating in clinical trials and the implementation and coordination of all aspects of data collection and source documentation within required time frames, as per UHN policy and ICH/GCP guidelines

Other study related activities as needed

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree, or recognized equivalent, and current certificate of competence (license/registration) from a college legislated under the Regulated Health Professional Act

Recognized certification in clinical research (ACRP or SOCRA) obtained or plans to work towards

Registered Nurse with a minimum of 3 to 5 years clinical and/or professional experience is required

Minimum one (1) year clinical experience in oncology with strong knowledge base in GI oncology

Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Attention to detail and meticulous documentation practice

Demonstrated knowledge and ability to utilize the nursing process in planning, implementing and evaluating patient care

Evidence of good physical assessment, psychosocial assessment and patient/family teaching skill

Previous clinical research experience, preferred

Autonomous clinical critical thinking ability

Training in ICH/GCP guidelines is an asset

Knowledge of IATA shipping regulations and basic laboratory procedures, an asset

Excellent organizational and time management skills, required

Strong analytical and problem solving skills

Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, required

Ability to set priorities and work independently with accuracy in a dynamic environment

Proficiency with MS Office software – Word, Excel and Power Point, preferred

Benefits

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.)

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.

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