Clinical Research Analyst

Company Description

The University Health Network, where “above all else the needs of patients come first”, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of “Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning”, the University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world. 

Job Description

Union: Non-Union
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Osteoporosis Program
Reports to: Principal Investigator
Work Model: Hybrid 
Grade: D0:05
Hours: 30 hours per week
Salary: $31.86 - $39.83 per hour. 
Shifts: Monday to Friday 
Status: Temporary Part Time (12 months contract) 
Closing Date: May 6, 2024

Position Summary
Muscles, bones and joints form the infrastructure supporting organs across the body, and their structural and functional integrity help maintain our daily function and quality of life. Our research program takes a multi-tissue and multi-disciplinary approach and focuses on the interactions among these tissues in the context of aging and endocrine health. We use a combination of medical imaging technologies, image segmentation tools and traditional epidemiological methods to answer research questions related to the interaction of bone, muscles and joints. One of the biggest foci of our program is on postmenopausal osteoarthritis (OA) including how musculoskeletal abnormalities surrounding the joint are related to symptoms, adjusting for sex and gender. We are also investigating how virtual vs. in-person care impacts patient health and cost outcomes with a specific aim related to musculoskeletal pain management and quality of life. Working under the direction of the PI, the research analyst will provide assistance to the study team in conducting research studies. 

Duties
Duties include but are not limited to:

• Assisting with study participants' administrative requirements (e.g., scheduling appointments, preparing clinic rooms, and other administrative functions)
• Assisting in recruitment of study participants (e.g., identification/ screening, obtaining of consent, etc.)
• Assisting in the planning, review, implementation and coordination of data collection and source documentation, as per UHN policy and ICH/GCP guidelines
• Collecting study data from participants or other sources in support of clinical and study-related decision-making, using pre-defined data collection tools (e.g., administering questionnaires, completing study worksheets, etc.) as per approved study protocol and authorized access
• Performing data transcription from health records or other sources, as per approved study protocol and authorized access
• Assisting with the analysis of medical images
• Coordinating necessary data flow both internally, as well as externally with collaborators from other sites
• Conducting literature searches/reviews for new proposals, as directed
• Providing assistance for monitoring/audits and regulatory inspections
• Providing assistance with computer statistical analyses as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in a health/science discipline or equivalent is required
• Master's degree in a health/science discipline or equivalent is preferred
• Minimum 1-2 years clinical research experience is required 
• Experience with programming in any language (e.g., Python) or the aptitude to learn programming is required 
• Demonstrated relevant knowledge of clinical research and of human research regulations and guidelines of applicable legislative, UHN and/or departmental policies.
• Knowledge of research regulations and guidelines (such as ICH/GCP, Tri-Council Policy, Declaration of Helsinki, FDR, CFR and Health Canada TPD as required)
• Strong communication, organizational, time management and problem solving skills
• Interacts with both internal and external contacts, primarily for the purposes of exchanging and/or clarifying of information and resolving problems within scope of authority
• Excellent skills in recognizing, analyzing and resolving problems 
• Excellent decision-making skills with the ability to form/defend independent judgments and to use good judgment in assessing difficult situations

Additional Information

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.

All UHN Employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, as a condition of hire. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. Should you be the successful candidate, you will be required to comply with UHN’s mandatory Vaccination Policy that is in effect.

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.