Clinical Research Specialist

The Oncology Clinical Trials program is seeking an experienced clinical research specialist professional to join their team. The successful candidate will work as part of a dedicated team of registered nurses responsible for administering chemotherapy and other study treatments at the Ottawa Hospital Cancer Centre Research Unit.

• Certificate of registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO);
• Minimum of one (1) year of recent oncology experience;
• DeSouza Provincial Standardized Chemotherapy and Biotherapy (DeSouza) or ONS (Oncology Nursing Society) certification is mandatory. Must be willing to maintain this certification and recertify if required.
• Theoretical knowledge of the nursing process as it relates to the oncology patient and the ability to apply this knowledge in a clinical setting;
• Commitment to personal continuing education activities and self-evaluation activities;
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively in oral and written formats with patients, public, colleagues and other health disciplines;
• Demonstrates competencies of the Specialized Oncology Nurse described by CANO;
• Demonstrates leadership skills and abilities;
• Demonstrates the ability to assess patient and family learning needs and the ability to plan and provide appropriate teaching individually and in a group setting;
• Superior assessment skills and knowledge of interventions related to oncological symptom management and oncological emergencies;
• Demonstrates ability and application of knowledge related to Central Venous Access Devices (CVAD), including care and maintenance;
• Must be eligible to work in Canada.

• Previous oncology clinical research experience;
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN);
• CNA Oncology Certification (CON(C));
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification;
• Membership to CANO / ONS; Membership to RNAO; Previous computer experience;
• Proficiency in English and French – oral expression (advanced level) and comprehension (advanced level).

Contract Details:
This is an ongoing part-time casual position – Days Monday-Friday- 8hr rotation.
Salary: Min: $45.197/hr- Max: $60.263/hr

Comments to Applicant:
Please provide your CV and a cover letter to clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the position listed

Contact Info:
Name: Nancy Drummond-Ivars
Title: Senior Clinical Research Program Manager
Program: Oncology Clinical Trials
Ottawa Hospital Research Institute
Address: 501 Smyth Road, Box 944
Email: [email protected]

The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute is committed to building and sustaining a welcoming and supportive culture that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion for trainees, researchers, and staff. We are devoted to identifying and removing barriers that limit equitable access to opportunities within our organization. The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute strongly supports initiatives that encourage the participation of all groups, in particular the four groups defined in the Employment Equity Act (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities).

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those invited for an interview will be contacted. The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute is an equal-opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.