Research Coordinator - Oncology

We’re looking for an experienced Research Coordinator (RC) to join our growing team. The RC plays an integral role in the Oncology Research Department. This is an exciting and challenging position, conducting multicentre centred randomized clinical trials. This position requires significant experience and the ability to adhere to research protocol, working with the Investigator and other team members to carry out various aspects of conducting a clinical trial.

The Oncology Research Coordinator reports to the Manager of Research, Oncology, with accountability to the Oncology leadership team.

• Patient screening, recruitment and consenting according to the study protocol
• Assist Investigators in the initiation of new research
• Ensure completion of eligibility requirements prior to enrollment and randomization
• Facilitate and coordinate the planned cancer treatment schedule for each trial patient
• Carrying out all study procedures including patient assessments, coordinating laboratory, pharmacy, and diagnostic activities pertaining to study
• Specimen preparation and shipping to external labs as per IATA regulations
• Scheduling patient appointments, liaising with various hospitals and health service facilities
• Adherence to all appropriate regulations in the conduct of research
• Accurate data collection, transcription and entry; timely reporting of Adverse Events and Serious Adverse Events to study sponsor, physician and appropriate authorities; resolving sponsor queries
• Maintenance of source documentation and ensuring that copies of test reports, progress notes, toxicity assessments etc. are available in patient medical charts
• Interact with sponsoring agencies regarding requests for clarifications of data and/or assisting monitors during site visits
• Participate in educational programs, workshops and seminars to broaden knowledge, update and develop new skills
• Represent the William Osler Oncology Department at protocol development, study initiation and investigator meetings