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Coordinator I, Clinical Research

Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Canada
Mid Level
Temporary

About the role

VACANCY NUMBER: 43888CG

JOB TITLE: COORDINATOR I, CLINICAL RESEARCH, TFT

STATUS: TEMPORARY FULL TIME (18 MONTHS) DEPARTMENT: NIAGARA HEALTH KNOWLEDGE INSTITUTE DEPARTMENT LOCATION: CORPORATE/MULTI-SITE HOURS OF WORK: 75 HOURS PER PAY PERIOD

POSTING DATE: 28 JULY 2026

CLOSING DATE: 03 AUGUST 2026

UNION: NON UNION

WAGE RANGE: $40.323 PER HOUR

The position is compensated according to an established wage grid, with progression through the steps occurring in accordance with applicable policies until reaching the maximum of the salary range.

POSITION OBJECTIVE

Working to promote excellence in clinical trials, the Clinical Research Coordinator I will be responsible for the initiation, organization, co-ordination and ongoing administration of clinical trials and observational studies under the Niagara Health Knowledge Institute. Reporting to the Director, Research Operations, the Clinical Research Coordinator I will work under the direction of the Physician Principal Investigator(s) to apply specialized knowledge in coordinating and managing clinical trials, and observational studies. Travel between sites required.

The Clinical Research Coordinator I is a highly motivated and organized individual who balances the day-to-day activities of clinical trials screening, consenting and recruiting patients, monitoring of trial conduct to ensure adherence to trial regulatory requirement and independently identifying, evaluating and rectifying problems. The Clinical Research Coordinator I is responsible for: o Conducting patient visits, study monitoring and performs efficient and accurate data collection and management o Provide functional oversight of Research Visitors volunteering within the NHKI o Day-to-day activities of clinical trials management required including but not limited to: contract review and negotiation, budget negotiations and tracking, completing ethics documentation, participant screening, recruitment and consenting, data entry, monitoring of trial compliance with adherence to regulatory requirements, collaborator engagement

QUALIFICATIONS

o Bachelor's degree in Science of a health related field o 3 years working in a clinical research setting (experience in acute care preferred) o Hold or currently in last semester of Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP/CCRA) or Clinical Trials Management Diploma preferred o Certification in International Conference on Harmonization Good Clinical Practice [ICH GCP], Health Canada Division 5, Tri-Council Policy Statement [TCPS2] o Experience in a relevant health care environment o Consistent and regular attendance required, with a flexible schedule an asset

Who You Are

We are looking for an exceptional individual who is: o Enthusiastic, organized and motivated individual with exceptional interpersonal skills o Enjoys working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment to conduct research o Experience in clinical research coordination of multiple research studies, and the recruitment of patients into acute care trials, and knowledge and/or experience in an acute care environment are highly desirable o Passionate about advancing science in the practice of clinical trials research o Proficient in REDCap and/or other clinical research databases o Demonstrates skill in managing and organizing multiple projects, with competing deadlines, diverse tasks, and unique challenges and in a constantly changing environment o Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to new situations o Proven ability of ensuring confidentiality of information o Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills, especially with patients and substitute decision makers o Excellent written communication, proofreading and editing skills o Superior organizational and problem solving skills o Ability to work independently with initiative and accuracy in a professional and courteous manner o Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team o Ability to utilize a hospital's electronic patient record, and Microsoft Office applications

Questions, quoting the job posting number may be directed to hrrecruit@niagarahealth.on.ca

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please visit our careers page by 11:59pm August 3, 2026 and submit an application through eRecruit. (Reference Job Posting #43888) Please note - you will need to create an eRecruit profile to apply.

This position is an existing vacancy at Niagara Health. No artificial intelligence is used in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants. If you believe you have encountered or applied for a fraudulent job posting claiming to represent Niagara Health, please contact hrrecruit@niagarahealth.on.ca

At Niagara Health, we value diversity, equity and inclusion, and welcome applications from all people. We are especially interested in hearing from you if you are excited about being part of a respectful and hard-working team in the beautiful Niagara Region, have a passion for service and excellence in healthcare, have a background or related expertise in the healthcare environment, supporting patient care and providing extraordinary customer-service.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Niagara Health will provide accommodations through the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

At Niagara Health, we are committed to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion. As a part of this work, we collect information on Ontario Human Rights Code grounds and non-Code grounds in order to: hire and retain diverse talent, prevent and/or address systemic barriers to access and opportunity, improve service delivery and programs and advance diversity and inclusion overall. All identification questions are optional and include a "prefer not to answer" option.

About Niagara Health System

Hospitals and Health Care
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Founded in 2005

Niagara Health is on a bold new journey to create a healthier Niagara.

Our CORE values inspire us to be EXTRAORDINARY: Compassion in Action, Driven by Optimism, Achieving Ambitious Results.

We are a regional healthcare provider with multiple sites and a growing network of community-based services. Our team is made up of more than 4,800 employees, 600 physicians and 850 volunteers who we count on to deliver extraordinary caring to every person, every time.

We provide a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services to more than 450,000 residents across Niagara, including Acute Care, Cancer Care, Cardiac Care, Complex Care, Emergency and Urgent Care, Kidney Care, Long-Term Care, Mental Health and Addictions, Stroke Care and Surgical Care.

Our Accreditation with Exemplary Standing is a clear demonstration of our team's commitment to the highest safety and quality standards. As a community-based academic centre, teaching and learning, research, innovation and partnership are propelling us as we imagine a healthier Niagara.

For the second straight year, Niagara Health has been selected as one of Hamilton-Niagara's Top Employers. The annual competition, organized by the editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers, recognizes employers in the Hamilton-Niagara area that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work.

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