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Union: Non-Union
Number of vacancies: 1
Site: Toronto Western Hospital
Department: The Depression Centre Clinical Research Unit (DCCRU) 
Reports to: Principal Investigator
Hours: 35 hours per week
Shifts: Day
Status: Temporary Full-time
Closing Date: October 27, 2025

Position Summary
The Depression Centre Clinical Research Unit (DCCRU) is dedicated to transforming the way that mood and anxiety disorders are treated, understood and characterized. Part of our innovative research includes using novel interventions for mood and anxiety disorders that are otherwise difficult to treat with conventional interventions.

We are seeking an energetic and experienced individual to perform clinical research activities in a dynamic and collegial environment as a Clinical Research Analyst where they will assist with multiple research studies.

Duties

• Assists in recruitment of study participants (e.g., identification/ screening, obtaining of consent, etc.)
• Assists in the planning, review, implementation and coordination of data collection and source documentation, as per UHN policy and ICH/GCP guidelines
• Collects study data from participants or other sources in support of clinical and study- related decision-making, using pre-defined data collection tools (e.g. administering questionnaires, completing study worksheets, etc.) as per approved study protocol and authorized access.
• May assist in coordination of patient visits and schedule as per study protocol
• Interacts with participants to facilitate the completion of required research activities as per protocol and in collaboration with inter- professional team members, as needed.
• Performs sample collection, including venipuncture and processing and shipment of samples according to approved clinical research protocol
• Plans, designs and organizes scoring procedures and computer databases for ongoing and new research studies
• Coordinates necessary data flow both internally, as well as externally with collaborators from other sites
• May interpret results and prepare material for presentation, publication and/or grants
• Conducts literature searches/reviews for new proposals, as directed
• May provide support for monitoring/ audits and regulatory inspections
• May perform computer statistical analyses and generate response curves, status reports and other statistical reports, as required

• At minimum, a Bachelor’s degree, or recognized equivalent, in a health or science-related discipline 
• At minimum, 1 to 2 years clinical and/or professional experience  
• Experience using statistical analysis and data management software applications, required 
• Experience in depression or psychiatry research is an asset 
• Experience writing clinical trial protocols and submitting them to Health Canada and Research Ethics Boards; knowledge of clinical research processes, regulatory requirements, and REB/IRB submissions is considered an asset
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication, organizational, problem solving and time management skills  
• Ability to adapt to changes in project direction 
• Detail-oriented, accurate, and dependable with strong organizational skills  
• Ability to prioritize your workload and the flexibility to adjust to changing work plans, schedules and deadlines  
• Self-motivated team member with a demonstrated ability to show initiative  
• Ability to interact with a range of health professionals and support staff, through exchange of information, consulting, problem solving and training as required 

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 https://hoopp.com/)
• 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.

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.