Clinical Research Coordinator III (CNS)

Union: Non-Union Number of Vacancies: 1 New or Replacement Position: Replacement Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre Department: Cancer Clinical Research Unit (CCRU) Nursing - Research Reports to: Clinical Research Senior Nurse Manager Salary Range: $84,779 - $105,968 Per Year Hours: 37.5 Hours Per Week Shifts: Monday - Friday Status: Permanent, Full-time Closing Date: October 30, 2026 Position 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 collaborates with Investigators and the health care team to assume responsibility for the overall patient management and coordination of several clinical studies for the Department of Medical Oncology at Princess Margaret Hospital. The research nurse will work primarily with the CNS disease site team. Studies include pharma-sponsored, cooperative group sponsored (such as NCIC) as well as Investigator initiated trials. Duties: Recruitment of study participants (e.g. identify and screen potential subjects, obtain informed consent); Coordination of patient visits schedules as per study protocol Execution of all aspects of study visit (e.g. assessment of adverse events, monitoring safety, medication, questionnaires, sample collection, including processing and shipment of samples according to clinical protocol) Provides clinical care for patients participating in clinical trials and the implementation and coordination of all aspects of data collection and source documentation within required timeframes, as per UHN policy and ICH/GCP guidelines. Other study related activities, as needed. Registered Nurse with a minimum of 3 (three) years of nursing experience is required Minimum one (1) year clinical experience in oncology with strong knowledge base in CNS Oncology Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario Bachelor’s degree, or recognized equivalent, and current certificate of competence (license/registration) from a college legislated under the Regulated Health Professional Act Recognized certification in clinical research (ACRP or SOCRA) obtained or plans to work towards Attention to detail and meticulous documentation practice 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 skill Previous clinical research experience, preferred Autonomous clinical critical thinking ability Training in ICH/GCP guidelines is an asset Knowledge of IATA shipping regulations and basic laboratory procedures, an asset Excellent organizational and time management skills, required Strong analytical and problem solving skills Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills required Ability to set priorities and work independently with accuracy in a dynamic environment Proficiency with MS Office software – Word, Excel and Power Point, preferred. 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 ) 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. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position. 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. 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.