Clinical Research Project Assistant, Division of Haematology/Oncology
About the role
About SickKids
Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.
When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare.
Position Description
We are seeking a qualified candidate for a Clinical Research Project Assistant (CRPA) position in the Division of Haematology/Oncology at The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, Canada. The CRPA will be a member of a research team that aims to contribute knowledge in the field of pediatric thrombosis. We investigate the long-term impacts of thrombosis in children, from physical activity studies to quality improvement projects. The CRPA will work with the Thrombosis team and the TRaCS program to assist with study operations of investigator-initiated studies.
Here's What You'll Get To Do
- Assist with the preparation of study materials
- Assist with tasks related to grant applications and manuscript preparation
- Prepare applications to submit to the Scientific Review Board and Research Ethics Board
- Enter and review data for accuracy and completeness, including data re-entry and data cleaning
- Assist in administrative tasks related to clinical research (REB submissions, amendments, study maintenance, etc.)
- Assist with volunteer onboarding, training, and supervision
- Conduct literature reviews and keep current with study literature
Research Subject Related
- Screen patients for study eligibility
- Explain studies and obtain informed consent
- Coordinate study appointments or follow-up on study requirements
- Assist with data collection and organization
- Conduct health chart reviews
Here's What You'll Need
- Masters' Degree (preferred) or related post-secondary degree in sciences, social sciences or a health-related discipline
- Previous experience with grant applications is an asset
- One or more years research experience is preferred
- Ability to learn how to review and prepare study protocols
- Ability to function independently yet collaboratively within a team
- Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
- Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Embase and MEDLINE searches, REDCap, EPIC)
- Effective communication, interpersonal, facilitation and organizational skills
- A commitment to understanding and aiding in the pursuit of equity, diversity and inclusion objectives
Employment Type: This is a one-year position with modified benefits, renewable for a second year subject to availability of funding and performance of the incumbent, 1.0 FTE
Location: Applicants must be available to work in-person at The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Canada. Only applicants who live within Canada will be considered.
Compensation: Please include salary expectations as part of your application
#LI-DNI
Our Commitment to Diversity
SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion.
Accessibility & Accommodation
If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team. SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
How To Apply
Technical difficulties? Email ask.hr@sickkids.ca with a short description of the issues you are experiencing. We will not accept resumes sent to this inbox but we are happy to respond to requests for technical assistance.
Tip: Combine your cover letter and resume into ONE document of 20 pages or less as you cannot upload multiple documents as part of your application.
About The Hospital for Sick Children
The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is recognized as one of the world’s foremost paediatric health-care institutions and is Canada’s leading centre dedicated to advancing children’s health through the integration of patient care, research and education. Founded in 1875 and affiliated with the University of Toronto, SickKids is one of Canada’s most research-intensive hospitals and has generated discoveries that have helped children globally.
Its mission is to provide the best in complex and specialized family-centred care; pioneer scientific and clinical advancements; share expertise; foster an academic environment that nurtures health-care professionals; and champion an accessible, comprehensive and sustainable child health system.
SickKids is a founding member of Kids Health Alliance, a network of partners working to create a high quality, consistent and coordinated approach to paediatric health care that is centred around children, youth and their families.
SickKids is proud of its vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.™
Clinical Research Project Assistant, Division of Haematology/Oncology
About the role
About SickKids
Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.
When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare.
Position Description
We are seeking a qualified candidate for a Clinical Research Project Assistant (CRPA) position in the Division of Haematology/Oncology at The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, Canada. The CRPA will be a member of a research team that aims to contribute knowledge in the field of pediatric thrombosis. We investigate the long-term impacts of thrombosis in children, from physical activity studies to quality improvement projects. The CRPA will work with the Thrombosis team and the TRaCS program to assist with study operations of investigator-initiated studies.
Here's What You'll Get To Do
- Assist with the preparation of study materials
- Assist with tasks related to grant applications and manuscript preparation
- Prepare applications to submit to the Scientific Review Board and Research Ethics Board
- Enter and review data for accuracy and completeness, including data re-entry and data cleaning
- Assist in administrative tasks related to clinical research (REB submissions, amendments, study maintenance, etc.)
- Assist with volunteer onboarding, training, and supervision
- Conduct literature reviews and keep current with study literature
Research Subject Related
- Screen patients for study eligibility
- Explain studies and obtain informed consent
- Coordinate study appointments or follow-up on study requirements
- Assist with data collection and organization
- Conduct health chart reviews
Here's What You'll Need
- Masters' Degree (preferred) or related post-secondary degree in sciences, social sciences or a health-related discipline
- Previous experience with grant applications is an asset
- One or more years research experience is preferred
- Ability to learn how to review and prepare study protocols
- Ability to function independently yet collaboratively within a team
- Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
- Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Embase and MEDLINE searches, REDCap, EPIC)
- Effective communication, interpersonal, facilitation and organizational skills
- A commitment to understanding and aiding in the pursuit of equity, diversity and inclusion objectives
Employment Type: This is a one-year position with modified benefits, renewable for a second year subject to availability of funding and performance of the incumbent, 1.0 FTE
Location: Applicants must be available to work in-person at The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Canada. Only applicants who live within Canada will be considered.
Compensation: Please include salary expectations as part of your application
#LI-DNI
Our Commitment to Diversity
SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion.
Accessibility & Accommodation
If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team. SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
How To Apply
Technical difficulties? Email ask.hr@sickkids.ca with a short description of the issues you are experiencing. We will not accept resumes sent to this inbox but we are happy to respond to requests for technical assistance.
Tip: Combine your cover letter and resume into ONE document of 20 pages or less as you cannot upload multiple documents as part of your application.
About The Hospital for Sick Children
The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is recognized as one of the world’s foremost paediatric health-care institutions and is Canada’s leading centre dedicated to advancing children’s health through the integration of patient care, research and education. Founded in 1875 and affiliated with the University of Toronto, SickKids is one of Canada’s most research-intensive hospitals and has generated discoveries that have helped children globally.
Its mission is to provide the best in complex and specialized family-centred care; pioneer scientific and clinical advancements; share expertise; foster an academic environment that nurtures health-care professionals; and champion an accessible, comprehensive and sustainable child health system.
SickKids is a founding member of Kids Health Alliance, a network of partners working to create a high quality, consistent and coordinated approach to paediatric health care that is centred around children, youth and their families.
SickKids is proud of its vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.™