Clinical Research Coordinator I

UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

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Union: Non-Union
Number of vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: New
Site: Toronto Rehab Institute - Rumsey Cardiac Rehab Centre
Department: KITE Research Institute
Reports to: Manager, Research Program Development & Administration
Salary Range: $38.31 - $47.90 per hour 
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Shifts: Monday to Friday
Status: Temporary Full-time (7 month contract)
Closing Date: November 26, 2026 

Position Summary 
The Signals for Cardiac and Pulmonary Evaluation (SCAPE) study explores the use of wearable technologies to capture physiological signals in individuals living with cardiovascular and/or pulmonary conditions. The study aims to improve early detection, monitoring, and management of heart and lung disease by comparing sensor data to standard clinical assessments. We are seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator I to oversee and perform on-site clinical assessments for the study. The clinician will ensure accurate collection of heart and lung sounds, oversee in-lab sessions, maintain participant safety, and provide critical clinical expertise that bridges patient care with digital health research.

Duties

• Lead in-lab study visits across UHN sites, supervising clinical assessments and data collection.
• Perform high-quality auscultation of heart and lung sounds in sitting and supine positions, pre- and post-physical activity.
• Train and oversee study staff in auscultation techniques, device setup, and adherence to study protocols.
• Obtain baseline medical history and oversee all study visit activities, including test administration, questionnaires, chart review and documentation of study data.
• Collaborate with research staff to verify data quality, troubleshooting and completeness of physiological recordings.
• Contribute to study protocol and SOP refinement, and process improvement.
• Prepare and maintain research files, complete case report forms, record adverse events, and support REB applications or amendments as needed.
• Performs cross-functional and/or other duties as assigned. 

• At minimum, Bachelor’s degree, or recognized equivalent, in a health or science-related discipline, required
• At minimum, 3 years clinical and/or professional experience, required
• Up to 1 year clinical research experience, preferred
• Expertise in cardiovascular and pulmonary assessments, including auscultation of murmurs, wheezes, rhonchi and crackles.
• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and professionally across multi-site teams.
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership abilities.
• Proficiency with the use of digital health technologies and wearable monitoring devices.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively work with diverse populations.
• High personal motivation, self-management, and attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Experience using Microsoft Office, including high degree of proficiency with Excel, Canva and data management software applications.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professional conduct.

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. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.

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.