Clinical Research Study Assistant

Union: Non-Union
Number of vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: New
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Cardiology
Reports to: Principal Investigator
Hours: 37.5 Hours/Week
Wage Range: $27.56 to $34.45 per hour
Shifts: Days
Status: Temporary Full-Time (1-year contract)
Closing Date: October 8, 2026
Position Summary
The Clinical Research Study Assistant will support clinical research studies evaluating autonomic function and non-invasive neuromodulation in patients with cardiac arrhythmias and autonomic disorders. Working under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and research team, the incumbent will assist in study coordination, participant interaction, data collection, and regulatory compliance and will perform study-specific procedures including venipuncture/phlebotomy, processing of research blood samples, and electrocardiographic (ECG) recordings in accordance with approved study protocols, UHN policies, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines
Duties
Assist with screening and recruitment of study participants
Schedule study visits and maintain participant communication
Support informed consent process under supervision
Perform venipuncture/phlebotomy for collection of research blood samples in accordance with approved study protocols and UHN requirements
Assist with processing, labelling, storage, and preparation of research blood samples/specimens according to established study procedures
Acquire high-quality resting ECG recordings (approximately 5–10 minutes) according to standardized research protocols for subsequent heart-rate variability (HRV), P-wave alternans, and other ECG-based analyses
Measure and document vital signs and other study-specific physiological measurements, as required
Collect study data (questionnaires, vitals, device logs, diaries)
Maintain accurate source documentation and case report forms
Assist with REB submissions and regulatory documentation
Track and document adverse events and protocol deviations
Manage study files and maintain data confidentiality
Coordinate with clinical staff and research team members
Community college diploma in a health-related discipline, or equivalent
3–6 months of related experience; clinical research experience preferred
Previous training and demonstrated competency in venipuncture/phlebotomy required; experience performing phlebotomy in a clinical or research setting strongly preferred
Experience performing ECG acquisition and obtaining high-quality ECG recordings is strongly preferred; training in study-specific ECG acquisition protocols will be provided as required
Experience with processing, handling, and storage of biological specimens is an asset
Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and research ethics is an asset
Strong organizational and time management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to interact professionally and sensitively with research participants
Ability to follow detailed study protocols and perform standardized research procedures accurately and consistently
Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Experience with REDCap or clinical databases is an asset
The successful candidate will be required to complete applicable UHN training and competency requirements before independently performing study-specific procedures.

Employment type
Contract

Work arrangement
No