Administrative Support II - Clinical Trials Assistant-CCTG/NRG/IIT

The Clinical Trials Assistant (CTA) is a multi-skilled position that supports various CTU staff including project managers, research nurses and coordinators within a team, or several teams, and is a key administrative liaison and support for several projects. Responsibilities include helping to organize and complete various regulatory tasks associated with the initiation or maintenance of clinical trials conducted under Good Clinical Practices, as well as data entry completion for patient follow-up and survival. They help set up study patient and monitoring visits, complete meeting and appointment bookings, archive documents, organize study & lab supplies, and ensure the completeness or delivery of relevant documentation. The incumbent must demonstrate the ability to recognize and maintain confidential information, have highly developed organizational skills, and have keen attention to detail. They will also multi-task effectively in a busy area with multiple interruptions and competing demands and have good problem-solving and communication skills. They can work cooperatively and professionally with clinical trial staff and physicians. Lastly, they can function both independently and as a team member in a fast-paced, dynamic office environment. This position will support our Canadian Cancer Trials Group (CCTG), NRG Oncology, and Investigator-Initiated Trial (IIT) teams primarily but may assist or be reassigned to other groups as needed within the Unit.

As an Administrative Support II, you will require administrative or specialized skills and knowledge to support procedures, practices and initiatives within a department or program.

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.

1-2 years’ experience in a clinical trials/research setting, and an understanding of clinical trial start-up, processes, documents and prior data entry experience. Excellent computer skills; must be proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Adobe Acrobat programs. Ability to multi-task effectively in a busy area with multiple interruptions and competing deadlines and demands. Must be able to lift and transport large volumes of charts, binders, lab kits, boxes, etc., to various areas regularly, and push/pull loaded carts. Physical demands of the job include sitting for extended periods, lifting and transporting office/medical supplies and equipment weighing up to 40 lbs., and using repetitive motions, lifting, bending, reaching and standing for prolonged periods. To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered please attach a resume and cover letter with your application.

Post-secondary education, in a health-related field is preferred (equivalent combinations of related education and experience will be considered). Experience completing or maintaining clinical trial documentation and supplies. Prior experience with databases or document management systems. Training in Good Clinical Practice, ICH and Health Canada Regulatory requirements. Preference is given to candidates with prior clinical trials experience or training.