Job Description
About SickKids
Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built – nor could it be maintained – without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.
When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world’s best in paediatric healthcare.
Position Description
The Translational Genomics team is looking for a dynamic Clinical Research Project Assistant to support different research projects at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids). The research assistant will be supporting participant recruitment to a variety of genetic research studies aiming to integrate leading-edge genomic technologies into healthcare in order to achieve precision medicine for paediatric patients. They will be responsible for enrolling study participants, coordinating sample collection, maintaining study records, completing data entry, and supporting other day-to-day operations of these studies.
Here¿s What You¿ll Get To Do
Support the Principal Investigators (PIs) and project team to enable the enrollment of patients into studies applying genome sequencing and other cutting-edge technologies to understand childhood diseases.
Liaise with clinicians who have identified eligible patients for genetic research studies.
Explain the study to participants, gauge interest in study enrollment, accompany families through decisions relating to their participation in research, and coordinate consent and sample collection process, where appropriate.
Contact potential families by phone, email, or videoconferencing to follow-up on study requirements;
Review medical records to identify relevant study data points, perform data entry, maintain up-to-date study records, and perform data cleaning tasks to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Assume responsibility for maintaining organized, and accessible study records and ensuring confidentiality of study files and participant records;
Assist with data extraction to provide summary reports of project milestones and provide support for the analysis of relevant study outcomes;
Organize documentation (e.g. Intake forms, consent) for sample preparation and genetic analyses; follow-up on samples through the laboratory workflow;
Communicate with a variety of colleagues including physicians, genetic counsellors, laboratory scientists, researchers, medical trainees, study team members, and others to foster collaborative relationships and coordinate study activities and initiatives;
Actively participate in ensuring the success of the assigned projects by working with team members to identify areas of improvement and identify solutions to encountered challenges;
Assist with tasks related to the study, including administrative tasks such as coordinating meetings and taking minutes, as well as the development of participant-facing materials such as newsletters;
Participate in grant and/or manuscript preparation, presentations, and project reporting;
Attend relevant departmental meetings or rounds in order to increase knowledge and understanding.
Here¿s What You¿ll Need
A post-secondary degree in life sciences or a health-related discipline is required.
Individuals graduating in the spring of 2026 are welcome to apply. Previous clinical research experience is an asset but not mandatory
Keen interest and/or knowledge of genetics and self-motivation to learn new concepts
Ability to work on-site
Knowledge of genetic concepts and familiarity with medical terminology will be advantageous
Superior organizational and time management skills, as well as attention to detail are essential
Professionalism, integrity, and strong work ethic with the proven ability to work independently and collaboratively on tasks
Effective and proactive problem-solving and critical thinking skills, with the ability to take on varied responsibilities and adapt to evolving priorities
Proven ability to work resourcefully and prioritize tasks to effectively balance competing demands from multiple concurrent projects
Strong interpersonal skills with excellent written and oral communication skills.
A proven track-record of engaging with a variety of stakeholders in a professional, inclusive, and culturally-sensitive manner
High proficiency with computer skills and/or the ability to learn new computer programs with ability to effectively use Office365 and the Microsoft Office suite of applications such as Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams. Experience with RedCap databases is an asset.
Desire to learn to use new tools to develop strategies to effectively respond to emerging needs
TCPS 2 and Good Clinical Practice certificate will be required (if not already certified, can be completed after hire in a self-directed manner)
A commitment to understanding and aiding in the pursuit of equity, diversity and inclusion ojectives
Relationships and Responsibility
Will work with geneticists, genetic counsellors, laboratory scientists, genome analysts, and other healthcare providers.
Reports to Principal Investigators and Program Manager
Our Commitment to Diversity
The children and families we care for are from a variety of communities, and so are our employees. We welcome and encourage everyone to join our organization and be part of our team.
When requested, SickKids will provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and assessment process. Information received related to access or inclusion will be addressed confidentially.
Thank you for your interest in joining SickKids. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with our Hospital policy, employment at SickKids is conditional upon the Hospital's receipt of all necessary documentation.
How to Apply
Tip: Combine your cover letter and resume into ONE document of 20 pages or less as you cannot upload multiple documents as part of your application.
If you are still experiencing technical difficulties please email ask.hr@sickkids.ca to send us a short description of the issues you are experiencing. Please note that we will not accept resumes sent to this inbox but we are happy to respond to requests for technical assistance.
Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built – nor could it be maintained – without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.
When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world’s best in paediatric healthcare.
Position Description
The Translational Genomics team is looking for a dynamic Clinical Research Project Assistant to support different research projects at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids). The research assistant will be supporting participant recruitment to a variety of genetic research studies aiming to integrate leading-edge genomic technologies into healthcare in order to achieve precision medicine for paediatric patients. They will be responsible for enrolling study participants, coordinating sample collection, maintaining study records, completing data entry, and supporting other day-to-day operations of these studies.
Here¿s What You¿ll Get To Do
Support the Principal Investigators (PIs) and project team to enable the enrollment of patients into studies applying genome sequencing and other cutting-edge technologies to understand childhood diseases.
Liaise with clinicians who have identified eligible patients for genetic research studies.
Explain the study to participants, gauge interest in study enrollment, accompany families through decisions relating to their participation in research, and coordinate consent and sample collection process, where appropriate.
Contact potential families by phone, email, or videoconferencing to follow-up on study requirements;
Review medical records to identify relevant study data points, perform data entry, maintain up-to-date study records, and perform data cleaning tasks to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Assume responsibility for maintaining organized, and accessible study records and ensuring confidentiality of study files and participant records;
Assist with data extraction to provide summary reports of project milestones and provide support for the analysis of relevant study outcomes;
Organize documentation (e.g. Intake forms, consent) for sample preparation and genetic analyses; follow-up on samples through the laboratory workflow;
Communicate with a variety of colleagues including physicians, genetic counsellors, laboratory scientists, researchers, medical trainees, study team members, and others to foster collaborative relationships and coordinate study activities and initiatives;
Actively participate in ensuring the success of the assigned projects by working with team members to identify areas of improvement and identify solutions to encountered challenges;
Assist with tasks related to the study, including administrative tasks such as coordinating meetings and taking minutes, as well as the development of participant-facing materials such as newsletters;
Participate in grant and/or manuscript preparation, presentations, and project reporting;
Attend relevant departmental meetings or rounds in order to increase knowledge and understanding.
Here¿s What You¿ll Need
A post-secondary degree in life sciences or a health-related discipline is required.
Individuals graduating in the spring of 2026 are welcome to apply. Previous clinical research experience is an asset but not mandatory
Keen interest and/or knowledge of genetics and self-motivation to learn new concepts
Ability to work on-site
Knowledge of genetic concepts and familiarity with medical terminology will be advantageous
Superior organizational and time management skills, as well as attention to detail are essential
Professionalism, integrity, and strong work ethic with the proven ability to work independently and collaboratively on tasks
Effective and proactive problem-solving and critical thinking skills, with the ability to take on varied responsibilities and adapt to evolving priorities
Proven ability to work resourcefully and prioritize tasks to effectively balance competing demands from multiple concurrent projects
Strong interpersonal skills with excellent written and oral communication skills.
A proven track-record of engaging with a variety of stakeholders in a professional, inclusive, and culturally-sensitive manner
High proficiency with computer skills and/or the ability to learn new computer programs with ability to effectively use Office365 and the Microsoft Office suite of applications such as Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams. Experience with RedCap databases is an asset.
Desire to learn to use new tools to develop strategies to effectively respond to emerging needs
TCPS 2 and Good Clinical Practice certificate will be required (if not already certified, can be completed after hire in a self-directed manner)
A commitment to understanding and aiding in the pursuit of equity, diversity and inclusion ojectives
Relationships and Responsibility
Will work with geneticists, genetic counsellors, laboratory scientists, genome analysts, and other healthcare providers.
Reports to Principal Investigators and Program Manager
Our Commitment to Diversity
The children and families we care for are from a variety of communities, and so are our employees. We welcome and encourage everyone to join our organization and be part of our team.
When requested, SickKids will provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and assessment process. Information received related to access or inclusion will be addressed confidentially.
Thank you for your interest in joining SickKids. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with our Hospital policy, employment at SickKids is conditional upon the Hospital's receipt of all necessary documentation.
How to Apply
Tip: Combine your cover letter and resume into ONE document of 20 pages or less as you cannot upload multiple documents as part of your application.
If you are still experiencing technical difficulties please email ask.hr@sickkids.ca to send us a short description of the issues you are experiencing. Please note that we will not accept resumes sent to this inbox but we are happy to respond to requests for technical assistance.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Clinical Research Project Assistant, Translational Genomics position is now open for candidates interested in the Health Jobs sector. This role in Toronto offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Health Jobs is a plus.