Clinical Research Coordinator III (Nurse)

Company Description

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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Job Description

Union: Non-Union
Number of vacancies: 1
Site: Toronto Western Hospital, 399 Bathurst Street
Department: Research
Reports to: Alan & Susan Hudson Cornerstone Chair in Neurosurgery
Hours: 35 hours per week
Shifts: Day
Status: Temporary Full-time
Closing Date: September 26, 2025

Job 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 (Nurse) will collaborate with the Principal Investigator and research team to assume responsibility for assigned patient management in several research studies in the Division of Neurosurgery in Toronto Western Hospital, University Health Network.

Studies include- pharma-sponsored Phase 1 to 3 Clinical trials as well as Investigator-initiated studies involving Functional Neurosurgical Interventions for conditions such as Dementia, Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders.

Responsibilities include: administering motor and psychological assessments; collecting and shipping samples; monitoring vital signs; administering intravenous treatments following the study protocol; and collecting data for a database and follow-up patients after surgery at regular interval under MDs’ supervision.  Furthermore, the role entails providing assistance to the research team in delivering clinical care to patients involved in clinical trials, source documentation, adhering to UHN policy and ICH/GCP guidelines.

Duties

• Collaborates with PI/MD and multidisciplinary health care team in the support of patient participants (e.g., sample collection, vital signs, administration of  health assessments & questionnaires before and after intervention)
• Patient monitoring and education in Functional Neurosurgical procedures such as Deep Brain Stimulation and Focused Ultrasound
• Administration and monitoring of IV treatments as per study protocol
• Coordinates and executes all aspects of study visit as per approved protocol and UHN policy and ICH/GCP guidelines  (e.g., scheduling patient visits; data collection;  source and electronic CRF documentation;  administering  questionnaires; documentation of adverse events & deviations)
• Collects data for a database and follow-up patients after surgery at regular interval under MDs’ supervision
• Educates patients on Functional neurosurgery Interventions
• Interacts with both internal and external contacts primarily to exchange and/or clarify information, and resolves problems within the scope of authority

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with a minimum of 3 (three) years experience.
• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Holds recognized certification in clinical research (e.g., ACRP or SOCRA)
• Bachelor’s degree, or recognized equivalent, and current certificate of competence (licensure/registration) from a college legislated under the Regulated Health Professions Act) is required
• Excellent phlebotomy, IV and CVL skills
• Surgical and/or Neurology clinical experience is an asset
• Excellent organizational and time management skills required
• 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 skills
• Autonomous clinical critical thinking ability
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills
• Possess creative and  problem-solving skills with the ability to learn quickly and work independently
• Excellent prioritization skills with the ability to perform multiple concurrent tasks while meeting tight deadlines
• Ability to work under pressure with great attention to detail
• Training in ICH/GCP guidelines an asset
• Client service oriented
• Leads self and peers by conduct and example

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.

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.