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Job Title:

COORDINATOR I, CLINICAL RESEARCH, TFT

Posted Date:

2026-07-28

Closing Date:

2026-08-03

Functional Discipline:

NIAGARA HEALTH KNOWLEDGE INSTITUTE

Job Description

VACANCY DETAILS

VACANCY NUMBER: 43888CG

JOB TITLE: COORDINATOR I, CLINICAL RESEARCH, TFT
STATUS: TEMPORARY FULL TIME (18 MONTHS)
DEPARTMENT: NIAGARA HEALTH KNOWLEDGE INSTITUTE DEPARTMENT
LOCATION: CORPORATE/MULTI-SITE
HOURS OF WORK: 75 HOURS PER PAY PERIOD

POSTING DATE: 28 JULY 2026
CLOSING DATE: 03 AUGUST 2026

UNION: NON UNION
WAGE RANGE: $40.323 PER HOUR

The position is compensated according to an established wage grid, with progression through the steps occurring in accordance with applicable policies until reaching the maximum of the salary range.

POSITION OBJECTIVE:
Working to promote excellence in clinical trials, the Clinical Research Coordinator I will be responsible for the initiation, organization, co-ordination and ongoing administration of clinical trials and observational studies under the Niagara Health Knowledge Institute. Reporting to the Director, Research Operations, the Clinical Research Coordinator I will work under the direction of the Physician Principal Investigator(s) to apply specialized knowledge in coordinating and managing clinical trials, and observational studies. Travel between sites required.

The Clinical Research Coordinator I is a highly motivated and organized individual who balances the day-to-day activities of clinical trials screening, consenting and recruiting patients, monitoring of trial conduct to ensure adherence to trial regulatory requirement and independently identifying, evaluating and rectifying problems. The Clinical Research Coordinator I is responsible for:
o Conducting patient visits, study monitoring and performs efficient and accurate data collection and management
o Provide functional oversight of Research Visitors volunteering within the NHKI
o Day-to-day activities of clinical trials management required including but not limited to: contract review and negotiation, budget negotiations and tracking, completing ethics documentation, participant screening, recruitment and consenting, data entry, monitoring of trial compliance with adherence to regulatory requirements, collaborator engagement

QUALIFICATIONS:
o Bachelor's degree in Science of a health related field
o 3 years working in a clinical research setting (experience in acute care preferred)
o Hold or currently in last semester of Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP/CCRA) or Clinical Trials Management Diploma preferred
o Certification in International Conference on Harmonization Good Clinical Practice [ICH GCP], Health Canada Division 5, Tri-Council Policy Statement [TCPS2]
o Experience in a relevant health care environment
o Consistent and regular attendance required, with a flexible schedule an asset

Who You Are:
We are looking for an exceptional individual who is:
o Enthusiastic, organized and motivated individual with exceptional interpersonal skills
o Enjoys working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment to conduct research
o Experience in clinical research coordination of multiple research studies, and the recruitment of patients into acute care trials, and knowledge and/or experience in an acute care environment are highly desirable
o Passionate about advancing science in the practice of clinical trials research
o Proficient in REDCap and/or other clinical research databases
o Demonstrates skill in managing and organizing multiple projects, with competing deadlines, diverse tasks, and unique challenges and in a constantly changing environment
o Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to new situations
o Proven ability of ensuring confidentiality of information
o Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills, especially with patients and substitute decision makers
o Excellent written communication, proofreading and editing skills
o Superior organizational and problem solving skills
o Ability to work independently with initiative and accuracy in a professional and courteous manner
o Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team
o Ability to utilize a hospital's electronic patient record, and Microsoft Office applications

Questions, quoting the job posting number may be directed to hrrecruit@niagarahealth.on.ca

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At Niagara Health, we value diversity, equity and inclusion, and welcome applications from all people. We are especially interested in hearing from you if you are excited about being part of a respectful and hard-working team in the beautiful Niagara Region, have a passion for service and excellence in healthcare, have a background or related expertise in the healthcare environment, supporting patient care and providing extraordinary customer-service.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Niagara Health will provide accommodations through the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

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