Research Program Manager - Clinical Trial Support Unit (CTSU) Next Job Apply for Job Job ID 23680 Location Toronto, Ontario Annualized Hiring Range $96,846 - $133,155 *Compensation commensurate with experience Dept/Program Name CTS Fund-Clinical Trial Supprt Target Openings 1 Work Type Hybrid Hours of Work 35.00 FTE 1.00 Contract Length Level of Police Check Criminal & Judicial Record Date Posted 2026-02-06 Deadline to Apply 2026-02-16 Add to My Favorite Jobs Email this Job **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** **Research Program Manager Clinical Trial Support Unit (CTSU), Division of Hematology-Oncology** The Clinical Research Program Manager - Clinical Trials Support Unit (CTSU) Program/Section Lead provides strategic, operational, and regulatory leadership for designated clinical research programs within the CTSU (https://www.sickkids.ca/en/care-services/centres/garron-family-cancer-centre/clinical-trials/) for the Division of Hematology-Oncology. This role is responsible for overseeing a complex and high-risk portfolio of clinical trials across the New and Innovative Therapies (NAIT) Program, with a focus on early-phase studies, and the Neuro-Oncology Program. The Program Manager oversees the full lifecycle of industry-sponsored, investigator-initiated, and consortium/academic clinical trials, while providing direct leadership and mentorship to a team of Clinical Research Associates (CRAs). Working closely with Principal Investigators, sponsors, regulatory bodies, internal hospital stakeholders, and national and international collaborators, the role ensures that all trials are conducted in compliance with applicable regulations, institutional policies, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP). As a senior leader within CTSU, the Program Manager serves as a key point of contact for section-specific clinical research activities, contributes to strategic planning and process improvement, and represents SickKids at local, national, and international forums related to clinical trial conduct. **Here's What You'll Get to Do:** + Provide strategic and operational oversight for a complex portfolio of industry-sponsored, investigator-initiated, and consortium/academic clinical trials from start-up through close-out. + Provide direct leadership and supervision to CRAs, including workload planning, performance management, mentorship, and professional development. + Lead regulatory compliance across all program studies, including REB submissions, safety reporting, audit readiness, and inspections (e.g., Health Canada, Food and Drug Administration, European Medicines Agency). + Serve as the primary point of contact for sponsor monitoring visits, audits, and inspections, including post-inspection follow-up and CAPA implementation. + Lead national and international investigator-initiated trials (IITs), supporting protocol development, study planning, vendor oversight, and regulatory submissions. + Oversee consortium and academic collaborations, ensuring regulatory compliance, data quality, financial oversight, and adherence to national and international requirements. + Collaborate closely with Principal Investigators, sponsors, hospital departments, and external stakeholders to ensure high-quality trial conduct and timely delivery of milestones. + Oversee study budgets, contracts, and financial management in partnership with contracts, legal, and CTSU finance team. + Ensure effective data management practices, including oversight of databases, CTMS and project management tools, and data lock activities. + Contribute to CTSU and institutional strategic initiatives, SOP development, and national working groups, while representing SickKids and CTSU at internal and external forums. **Here's What You'll Need:** **Essential Requirements** + Baccalaureate degree in life sciences or related discipline + Minimum of 6 years' experience in interventional clinical trials management is required + 3-5 years' experience managing multiple, complex early phase, industry-funded or consortium clinical trials + 2-3 years' experience supervisory/project management experience + Excellent organizational and analytic skills; ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously + Experience managing a large research program for 5 or more PIs, or managing multiple clinical trials + Ability to work independently, provide leadership direction, and guide staff at varying levels of experience. + Strong people management experience with demonstrated accountability for staff performance, workload oversight, coaching, and mentorship, combined with the ability to independently manage complex clinical trial operations. **Assets** + Experience supporting IITs, including protocol development, study planning, and/or regulatory oversight. + Master's degree or other graduate-level education. + Certification in clinical research (e.g., ACRP, SOCRA). + Project Management Professional (PMP) designation. + Experience representing programs at national and international forums. **Here's What You'll Love** + This position is eligible for employee benefits coverage and pension plan (HOOPP). The full benefits offered will be discussed at the time of position offer. + A focus on employee wellness with our Staff Health and Well-being Strategy. Self-care helps us support others. + A hospital that welcomes and focuses on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. + The opportunity to make an impact. Regardless of your role or professional interest, you will be making a difference at SickKids and contributing to our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World. **Employment Type** + Permanent full time: 35-hour work week, hybrid option **Our Commitment to Diversity** SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion. (https://www.sickkids.ca/en/about/edi/workplace-inclusion/) **Accessibility & Accommodation** If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team (ask.hr@sickkids.ca) . SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially. **How To Apply** Technical difficulties? Email ask.hr@sickkids.ca with a short description of the issues you are experiencing. 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