Research Assistant

RESEARCH ASSISTANT – Clinical Research

Temporary, Full-Time (1 Year Contract with the possibility for a permanent position)

SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Principal Investigators, the Manager of Clinical Research, and the Clinical Research Coordinator(s), the Research Assistant will support the day-to-day conduct of clinical research studies at HSNRI. The Research Assistant will assist with participant recruitment, screening, and consent; study visits and participant follow-up; data collection and entry; documentation; and administrative tasks, all conducted in accordance with study protocols, institutional policies, and regulatory requirements.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary research team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain a working knowledge of assigned study protocols and procedures.
• Screen, recruit, and consent eligible participants in compliance with ethical and regulatory requirements; coordinate study visits and participant follow-up activities.
• Collect and enter data into data collection forms and EDC platforms; conduct chart reviews and extract clinical data from EMRs; maintain research databases and resolve data queries.
• Assist with investigational product handling and coordinate with Pharmacy and laboratory staff for study-specific procedures, as applicable.
• Collect and record safety information; report adverse events to the Clinical Research Coordinator and Principal Investigator(s) in a timely manner.
• Generate and maintain source documents, essential documents, and study files in accordance with HSNRI SOPs.
• Assist with REB submissions, amendments, progress reports, and other regulatory and administrative tasks.
• Collaborate with Clinical Research Coordinator(s), Principal Investigator(s), and clinical teams to support study timelines, quality standards, and HSNRI initiatives; actively participate in staff meetings and internal training.
• Perform other research-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in health sciences, life sciences, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous experience in a clinical research, healthcare, or academic research environment is considered an asset; recent graduates will be considered.
• Tri-Council Policy Statement (TCPS 2: CORE) certification and ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training are required (or willing to complete on hire).
• Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA) or Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP/CCRP) designation will be considered an asset.
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) certification is an asset (or willingness to work towards).

Experience / Special Skills / Training

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and research databases; familiarity with REDCap or other EDC systems is an asset.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional, approachable, and able to interact effectively with patients, families, clinicians, and research staff.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology, or willingness to learn.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset.
• Knowledge of PHIPA and research ethics principles is an asset.
• Bilingualism in English and French is an asset.

OTHER

Candidates will be selected for this position based on their skills, ability, experience and qualifications as identified in their curriculum vitae. HSNRI reserves the right to conduct a formal interview process where required.

Shift: Days

Salary: $28.83 - $33.93

Application Deadline: 5:00 pm as of July 19, 2026

Location: Sudbury, Ontario

Employment Type: Temporary

HSNRI is committed to providing accessible employment practices, in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process, and applicants are asked to make their needs known.

Health Sciences North Research Institute (HSNRI) was established in 2011 as an independent not-for-profit corporation. Designed to bring together researchers, clinicians, regional partners and industry, HSNRI is the affiliated research institute of Health Sciences North (HSN).

We wish to thank all applicants, however, only those invited for an interview will be contacted directly.