| POSITION TITLE |
Clinical Trias Assistant I |
| DEPARTMENT |
LTRI, Schwartz/Reisman Emergency Medicine Institute (SREMI) |
| EMPLOYMENT TYPE |
Temporary, Part-Time |
| HOURS OF WORK |
7.5 to 24 hours per week |
| EMPLOYEE GROUP |
Non-Union |
| REPORTS TO |
Principal Investigator |
Department Description:
The Schwartz/Reisman Emergency Medicine Institute (SREMI), a partnership of Mount Sinai Hospital and North York General Hospital, as well as the Schwartz/Reisman Emergency Centre is searching for 4 temporary, part-time Clinical Trial Assistants to support our team of research scientists. SREMI is currently involved in numerous multi-centred studies covering diverse research areas.
SREMI focuses on conditions where emergency practitioners play a key role in patient care. Our vision is to advance the discipline of emergency medicine through the development of new knowledge (research) and translating that knowledge into practice, as well as advocating for system improvement through better public policy.
SUMMARY OF JOB FUNCTIONS (will include but are not limited to):
- Review patient medical charts to determine eligibility as per the inclusion/exclusion criteria for the study
- Assist in the recruitment of eligible patients using the informed consent process and coordinate study follow-up visits as necessary
- Collect and enter clinical and research data from medical chart reviews using paper and/or web-based forms
- Ensure studies follow Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Tri-Council Policy Statement 2 (TCPS2), and research ethics board (REB) guidelines
- Potential travel between institutions in Toronto to collect data on study participants
- Assisting with the collection, management and cleaning of quantitative data
- Assisting with preparation of written materials: research ethics board applications and reports, consent forms, manuscripts, research reports, poster and presentation submissions.
- Engagement with the lead investigators, research team, volunteers and clinical providers throughout the research process.
- Usually works from/with standard operating procedures and practices and will assist in improving new ones or in modifying existing methods, practices and procedures.
- Exercise considerable independence in a busy, fast paced environment
- Assist with the execution of emergency clinical research protocols.
- Ability to prioritize and work independently with minimal supervision, and as a member of a multi-disciplinary research team with clinical experts.
- Detail-oriented, dependable and flexible.
- Highly motivated, with initiative and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field
- Minimum 2 years of experience in clinical/research setting
QUALIFICATIONS
- Familiarity with research processes including obtaining informed consent, data collection and data entry
- Ability to work independently in a dynamic environment with interdisciplinary research teams
- Excellent coordination, time management, and organization skills and flexibility to adapt to changing workload
- Ability to manage confidential and sensitive data and information; maintaining professionalism, diplomacy, and tact in high pressure situations
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Exceptional attention to details and proven ability to learn new skills
- Skilled in the use of computerized systems, equipment and databases (ie.REDCap Database)
- Appreciation and respect for difference in communication styles and the values of older persons.
ADDITIONAL ASSETS:
- Familiarity with and/or interest in Emergency medicine and geriatrics.
- Previous work experience in a healthcare and/or clinical setting
- Previous experience interacting with study participants/patients
- Previous experience collecting Confusion Assessment Method (CAM) from patients
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume in one PDF file. Candidates are to specify their availability in their cover letter.
We thank all candidates for their interest but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
In accordance with Institute’s policy and legislated health and safety requirements, employment is conditional upon the verification of credentials, completion of a health review, and demonstrating proof of immunity and vaccination status of vaccine-preventable diseases. All employees and affiliates will follow safe work practices and comply with health and safety policies, procedures, and training. Successful candidates will be required to provide two (2) written reference letters from their former employer(s)/supervisor(s).
We are a fully committed to fairness and equity in employment and our recruitment and selection practices. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, people with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, women and any others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Sinai Health community. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under our Access for People with Disabilities policy. Applicants need to make their requirements known in advance.
The Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute is a scent sensitive environment, and all members of the community are expected to refrain from wearing or using scented products while visiting or working at the Institute. We also support a barrier-free workplace supported by the Institute’s accessibility plan, accommodation and disability management policies and procedures. Should you require accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, including accessible job postings, please contact the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Human Resources Department
| Posting open until July 16, 2025. We thank all candidates for applying. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. |
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