Research I

Your Opportunity:

Are you looking to show your research skills and make a positive difference in Cancer Care research in Alberta? Alberta Health Services (AHS) Clinical Research Unit at the Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre (Arthur Child) is recruiting a Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) to join our growing research team. The successful candidate will work in a team environment on exciting projects involving new cutting-edge cancer therapies. Reporting to the Associate Manager, the CRC will work on assigned projects and research to ensure that information is timely, valid and meaningful. Specifically, the CRC will provide support for research studies through the identification, collection and reporting of clinical trial data and regulatory documents as required by protocol and study sponsor. This position requires the CRC to use independent judgement, work under limited supervision, respect confidentiality, utilize initiative, excellent interpersonal and critical thinking skills to solve problems and work as a team. The CRU will work closely with external and internal stakeholders, clinical research nurses, principal investigators, other department staff, and other members of the Alberta Cancer Clinical Trials team, pharmaceutical sponsors and contract research organizations to facilitate the clinical trials process as related to the study protocol. At Cancer Care Alberta, it is our goal to be a leader in cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment, survivorship, and palliative care, built on a foundation of world-class research and we would be excited to have you join our team in Calgary. The Arthur Child is a state-of-the-art facility providing cancer treatment services and serves as a hub for cutting edge cancer research.

Description:

As a Research I, you will be working with research teams which are generating and disseminating new knowledge that assists with advancing the understanding of health disciplines and various health and medical concerns. Working under the guidance of the principal investigator, you will be responsible for preparing and submitting research documents, collecting and reviewing a variety of information related to the study, and monitoring study compliance. You will also assist with the recruitment of study participants and initiate consenting of study and/or trial participants and may complete lab work to support research activities.

• Transition Company:
Cancer Care Alberta
• Classification:
Research I
• Union:
HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program:
Owerko Center for Clinical Trials
• Primary Location:
Arthur Child Cancer Centre
• Location Details:
As Per Location
• Multi-Site:
Not Applicable
• FTE:
1.00
• Posting End Date:
17-NOV-2026
• Employee Class:
Regular Full Time
• Date Available:
27-NOV-2026
• Hours per Shift:
7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks:
2
• Shifts per cycle:
10
• Shift Pattern:
Days
• Days Off:
Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary:
$38.80
• Maximum Salary:
$51.16
• Vehicle Requirement:
Not Applicable

Diploma or degree in a health or science related field. Registration with applicable professional association or college where required.

Minimum of 2 years clinical research experience. Previous experience in coordinating complex clinical trials. Prior experience working with pharmaceutical sponsors and CROs. Strong negotiation, multitasking and communication skills. Adaptable and able to coordinate and manage numerous simultaneous projects and meet strict deadlines. Knowledge of oncology medical terminology. ICH-GCP training and familiarity with clinical trial regulatory reporting requirements. Excellent computer skills and experience working with Microsoft Office programs. Able to work well in a team environment and able to complete individual assigned projects or tasks according to strict deadlines.

Clinical Trial experience (preferably in oncology or complex interventional trials). Society of Clinical Research Associates (SoCRA) or ACRP certification/membership. Oncology experience. Experience in study start up, Research Ethics Board and Health Canada applications, experience using clinical trial (electronic case report form) eCRF software, various databases or electronic medical records (e.g. Connect Care, Netcare). Knowledge of clinical trial regulatory framework.