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Research Assistant II - Dermatology


Company : Women’s College Hospital


Location : Toronto, Ontario


Created : 2025-10-17


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Women's College Hospital, 76 Grenville Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada Overview Women's College Hospital (WCH) is an academic, ambulatory care hospital in Ontario with a focus on health for women, health equity and health system solutions. If you're ready to be part of a team that is revolutionizing the future of healthcare, join an institution where possibilities for innovation, new discovery and system thinking are limitless. WCH is committed to equity, quality and patient safety as key professional values and essential components of daily practice. Healthcare Revolutionized 2030 is the roadmap to the future, reaffirming our commitment to providing equitable, accessible, best-in-class healthcare for everyone. Applicants must reside and be legally eligible to work in Ontario. This is a Temporary Full-Time opportunity. Type: Replacement Duration: 12 months. The main project involves a multicentre clinical trial of a vitamin to prevent skin cancer in organ transplant recipients. The role supports a dynamic, internationally recognized research program led by Dr. An-Wen Chan, a Clinician Investigator and dermatologist, spanning clinical trials, epidemiological studies, health services research, and international policy. The program has contributed to high-quality evidence for prevention and management of high-risk skin cancer and has influenced policy and publications in leading journals. Responsibilities Provide key administrative and logistical support for multiple projects Conduct patient recruitment and follow-up in clinical trials, including communication with study participants, administration of consent forms, administration of neurocognitive tests, data collection forms and surveys Perform database searches, data entry, and data management Complete data entry and quality control, ensuring accuracy and integrity of data collection; investigate missing or invalid data and prepare data sets Assist with submission of manuscripts to scientific journals, including creating tables/figures, proofreading, preparing cover letters, and coordinating documents for signing and electronic submission Perform literature searches using PubMed, MEDLINE, or other health sciences databases; learn and utilize various web-based research tools Assist with research ethics applications and grant submissions; prepare forms, budgets, appendices and other documents as required Manage financial tracking and reporting for multiple accounts; oversee procurement and contracts according to institutional policy Assist with supervising research trainees Schedule, attend and manage research meetings, including preparing agendas and meeting minutes Prioritize and manage study deadlines while maintaining organized records of study files Prepare detailed notes of all interactions with participants Liaise with sponsors for monitoring and audits Assist in preparing submissions to the Research Ethics Board Communicate with Research Coordinator and/or Principal Investigator to provide updates Provide other administrative support as required, including filing, photocopying, acquiring signatures and CV maintenance As a role model and champion, you will work to identify and integrate safe, best practices into daily activities to foster the delivery of safe and exemplary care. The responsibilities described above are representative and not all-inclusive. Qualifications Undergraduate in a related field required; graduate degree preferred Minimum of 2 years of full-time experience in a research setting Experience in a health research setting preferred Experience with clinical trial recruitment; familiarity with medical terminology preferred Advanced knowledge of computer software applications: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) required Ability to work independently with excellent problem-solving skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Good understanding of research design and research ethics Ability to organize and track a high volume of information and retrieve efficiently Resourceful self-starter and problem-solver with ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a small team Flexibility, commitment, and ability to seek appropriate resources Ability to work under pressure with strong judgment and decision-making skills Excellent organizational and time management skills Well-developed interpersonal and customer service skills Ability to maintain confidentiality Professional behaviour and communication that meets the standards of the professional regulatory college or association, as applicable, and the standards of Womens College Hospital Role includes advocating for safety and demonstrating practices that optimize a safe environment Why Choose Us? Be part of a dedicated team committed to excellence Shape the future of healthcare in a supportive environment Enjoy competitive benefits and an excellent defined benefit pension plan (HOOPP) Women's College Hospital is a fully affiliated teaching hospital of the University of Toronto and is 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 Hospital 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr